Press Release
For Immediate Release
Professional Football League Poised to Reshape American Sports Landscape
Independence, MO – October 1, 2025 – The Professional Football League (PFL) is emerging as a formidable new presence in American sports, built on a foundation of innovative business principles and strategic vision. Operating as a 501(c)(6) trade organization, the league represents a fresh approach to professional football that prioritizes sustainability, community integration, and long-term growth.
Under the leadership of Commissioner Jeanette Jackson, the PFL has methodically developed its infrastructure since 2017, focusing on creating a governance model that addresses many of the challenges facing traditional sports leagues. The organization’s approach centers on franchise models engineered for 25-35% improved operational efficiency compared to existing structures, with projected EBITDA margins of 22-28% that significantly exceed industry standards.
“We’re building more than just another sports property,” states the league’s official communications. “The PFL represents a reimagining of what professional football can be in the modern era—one that honors tradition while boldly advancing the sport into the future.”
The league’s governance structure reflects this forward-thinking approach, featuring a Board of Governors comprised of franchise ownership representatives alongside independent directors with expertise spanning sports management, media, technology, and community development. This balanced leadership framework aims to ensure decisions benefit all stakeholders rather than prioritizing short-term gains.
What distinguishes the PFL from other emerging leagues is its comprehensive development timeline. Rather than rushing to market, leadership has invested years in establishing foundational elements: comprehensive governance frameworks, strategic market analysis, media infrastructure development, and community integration planning. This methodical approach suggests a league built for longevity rather than immediate headlines.
The PFL’s strategic priorities extend beyond business metrics to encompass player welfare and community impact. The league has established core values centered on leadership, integrity, respect, and commitment to team, while emphasizing health initiatives, player safety protocols, and community service as organizational pillars.
On the competition front, the league is implementing advanced talent identification systems and performance analytics methodologies. Plans include youth development programs beginning in 2025 and an inaugural PFL Talent ID Camp scheduled for March 2026, creating clear pathways for player progression.
Community integration represents another cornerstone of the PFL’s strategy. The league has outlined initiatives for strategic community investment in all franchise markets, economic impact programs benefiting local businesses, and civic partnerships addressing community priorities. This approach positions franchises as community assets rather than merely entertainment properties.
As the league continues building toward launch, it has begun assembling its operational team, with career opportunities and internship programs already established. The organization’s Independence, Missouri headquarters serves as the central hub for league operations.
While the American sports landscape has seen numerous alternative football leagues come and go, the PFL’s business-first approach, emphasis on sustainable growth, and community-centered vision suggest an organization built on fundamentally different principles than its predecessors.
For football fans, business partners, and communities seeking a fresh approach to professional sports, the Professional Football League represents a compelling new entry in the American sports ecosystem—one focused on redefining what success looks like both on and off the field.
Contact: Commissioner Jeanette Jackson
Email: info@professionalfootballleague.org
Phone: 800.866.0686