USFL Announces Awards for Top Offensive and Defensive Players
- Mark Thompson of the Houston Gamblers was named Offensive Player of the Year after setting a USFL record with 14 rushing touchdowns this season.
- Frank Ginda of the Michigan Panthers was named Defensive Player of the Year after leading the league with 104 tackles.
- Thompson is expected to draw interest from NFL teams and his coach believes he has the talent to play at the next level.
- Ginda dropped weight this offseason to improve his speed and chances of returning to the NFL.
- The USFL will announce its Most Valuable Player and Sportsman of the Year on Friday ahead of Saturday's championship game.