UFL Players Ratify New CBA with Salary Boost, Health Insurance

The United Football Players Association has ratified a new two-year collective bargaining agreement with the United Football League, pending final league approval, following nearly six months of negotiations. The deal will retroactively increase the minimum annual player salary from $55,000 to $62,005 for 2025 and to $64,000 for 2026, though part of the increase comes from reallocating a previous housing stipend. Players will also benefit from year-round health insurance, combining in-season coverage with subsidized COBRA for the offseason, a significant improvement from prior arrangements. Additional terms include expanded roster sizes, formalized disciplinary procedures, limits on padded practices, and new bonus structures for on-field performance. Player representatives emphasized that the agreement balances fair compensation and benefits with the league's need for financial stability as it continues to grow. Labor certainty from this agreement is expected to enhance continuity among players and contribute to the league's long-term sustainability.