What Is X League? 5 Facts That Will Blow Your Mind

5. Players Pay to Play (Seriously)

Here’s the kicker that might actually surprise you: unlike NFL players who sign million-dollar contracts, X League athletes actually have to pay to compete. Players currently pay $45 in league fees and $150 in equipment fees each season—essentially paying for the privilege of getting tackled at full speed in front of thousands of fans. Still, for women who love football and want to play at a high level, the X League remains one of the only games in town with mainstream attention and a television deal.