Adam Jones, for example, was arrested 10 times and played 12 years in the NFL. It’s great to see Oakman still making positive moves and we hope to see him back in the XFL if it does return. I am still trying to prove that I am still that same person that ya’ll seen in College. Shawn Oakman played in the XFL this year RELATED: XFL Star Tommy Maddox Became a Successful Baseball Coach When He Retired Shawn Oakman played for various arena league teams before he went on trial. The 2019 XFL Draft featured a pool of 1,000 eligible players and included some known talents, including Shawn Oakman, Max McCaffrey, Kony Ealy and Christine Michael. Oakman was drafted by the Wildcats but was cut in a surprising move during mini-camp. We made a collective and joint decision that it was best to move on.” #XFL #xfl2020 — XFL … According to coach Moss “The LA Wildcats are all about supporting each other and winning a Championship. By Darrelle Lincoln. Shawn Oakman is one former Roughrider who made a direct impact on the game. October 16, 2019. “This establishes the first step to the primary goal, which is to eventually play in the NFL”. On paper, it seems like a perfect fit. If you're not familiar with the 6'9, 280 lb. Shawn Oakman first made a national name for himself as a meme. Oakman, 28, most recently spent time with the XFL’s Los Angeles Wildcats in 2020 playing four games and recording seven tackles, one sack and three quarterback hits. It's a surreal feeling that you really can't explain. "It only takes one great year," Oakman says. Sign in Get started. Not only was this Oakman’s return to football, but he looked to be an important piece of the Wildcats defense. The Los Angeles Wildcats drafted meme legend Shawn Oakman. Shawn Oakman was extended an invitation for the XFL draft and has been steady in his thought process. “It was deeper than just that play, that I didn’t realize after the fact, because Coach Moss really thankful for him because as I was at the airport, I was blowing up his phone.. with like I know what I can do… I was just playing fast… But I knew I couldn’t practice that way… but when he(Coach Moss) finally reached back to me he was like OK, I understand what you are saying but now I want you to go to therapy, get help with whatever you need to get help with and I’ll bring you back”. But picking an XFL team should be like picking someone late in a fantasy draft. That last play was the burner”. ... Those Mini Mrs. Doubtfires Better Chill!!! Shawn Oakman was a projected first-round pick. Now, Oakman -- who's 27 years old -- is getting a new opportunity to play big-time football with the XFL's Los Angeles Wildcats. @iamoakman #SecondChances (@youtube clips from podcast), podcast https://t.co/UngCvHCR3p#ShawnOakman #football #XFL #NFL #CFL #athlete, — Cynthia Conte (@cynthia_conte) June 16, 2020. Something like that. © 2021 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. So I grabbed the kid and tried to twirl and the head coach didn’t like it. In June of 2019, Oakman signed with the Roughriders and contributed immediately. You might as well choose someone that is fun to watch. Former Baylor superstar Shawn Oakman is headed to the XFL. Earlier today, the Los Angeles Wildcats selected Shawn Oakman in the XFL Draft. Since the XFL shuttered its doors, Oakman says he is now working on a book and said that he has recently signed with The BC Lions of the CFL. By This is The XFL Podcast . He later texted Moss and asked if he should pack his bags. Moss responded yes. The Los Angeles Wildcats drafted Shawn Oakman and their head coach has already cut ties with him. We’re going over the latest with the NBA, MLB, NHL and CFL. Once the jury found him not guilty, Oakman could finally pursue a professional career without worrying about a prison sentence. So that day, I had also tackled the quarterback and made another dumb play. It was back on New Year's Day, 2015. DE Shawn Oakman Yes, that Shawn Oakman. “This is an exciting opportunity, “ Oakman stated. We talked to Oakman… During the 2020 XFL season, there was a lot of interesting news coming out of the Los Angeles Wildcats. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Related Topics Xfl xfl jerimiah spicer xfl news xfl shawn oakman. This Year in the XFL – The Best (and Worst) Moments of 2020, San Francisco 49ers Remove Josh Johnson from COVID-19 List, Hindsight is 2020: Rating Every Starting XFL Quarterback. Shawn Oakman Talks XFL, Over 30 Bidders Interested, Sports Talk and more… Stephan Rachuk June 20, 2020 Video This week on SIGN ME UP SATURDAY we have a lot to talk about. by Spotify. Not only was this Oakman’s return to football, but he looked to be an important piece of the Wildcats defense. This immediately made him one of the biggest names to be been invited to play in the league. The team was loaded with a plethora of talented players who are now playing in the XFL. We call them diamonds in the rough. Which Coaches Could We See When the XFL Returns? During the 2020 XFL season, there was a lot of interesting news coming out of the Los Angeles Wildcats. ", As for how it feels to finally put the pads back on ... Oakman says "It's definitely surreal. His imposing stature during the game’s coin flip caused a stir on social media with … Oakman ultimately accepted the invitation earlier this week. (RELATED: Shawn Oakman Talks Beating Sexual Assault Charge) He was acquitted in February, but never got a shot at the NFL. Still, the allegation caused him to go undrafted ... costing him time in the NFL and millions of dollars in salary. "I'm definitely ready to show the world that I got a lot more to give to the game than I did before. ", "I'm definitely back in my environment. Oakman goes on to say that Coach Moss didn’t let him practice for the rest of the day. Former Baylor defensive end Shawn Oakman is currently training in South Florida in hopes an NFL team will give him a chance. Skip to main content. Prior to the season starting Coach Moss decided to cut Shawn Oakman from the team, which drew a lot of attention at the time. “The LA Wildcats are all about supporting each other and winning a Championship. The six-foot-eight, 290-pound defensive lineman became an Internet meme in January 2015 when his Baylor Bears faced off against the Michigan State Spartans. It's like, Cinderella with her glass slipper, you just turn into a beautiful princess. Winston Moss the head coach of the LA Wildcats seemed pumped to work with Oakman, and the feelings were mutual, but he was released yesterday. Oakman -- aside from destroying dudes on the field -- he also shot to internet superstardom a few years back when a photo of Shawn in his Baylor uni went viral ... sparking endless hilarious memes. We're about a month away from the XFL Draft, so we wanted to look at someone who could be a first round pick. Former Baylor superstar Shawn Oakman is headed to the XFL. Oakman -- once projected as a top NFL draft pick -- had his football career derailed when a fellow Baylor student claimed the football star raped her in 2016. 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Now, Oakman -- who's 27 years old -- is getting a new opportunity to play big-time football with the XFL's Los Angeles Wildcats. Shawn Oakman was extended an invitation for the XFL draft and has been steady in his thought process. Former Baylor defensive end Shawn Oakman was a highly-regarded NFL Draft prospect in 2016, however his NFL dreams were uprooted following sexual assault allegations just a few days prior to the draft.. Oakman, who was projected by some scouts as a first-round pick in 2016 ended up going undrafted, as no NFL teams were interested in using a draft pick on him with all the … Ex-Baylor DE Shawn Oakman Gets Drafted In The XFL Months After Sexual Assault Claim Derailed Career. We made a collective and joint decision that it was best to move on.” Dylan Farrow Vid Accusing Woody Allen ... ©2021 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Prior to the season starting Coach Moss decided to cut Shawn Oakman from the team, which drew a lot of attention at the time. Shawn Oakman Drafted By XFL's LA Wildcats A false rape allegation nearly ended his football career, but now Shawn Oakman is getting a second chance with the XFL. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. He played in four games and had seven tackles, one sack and three quarterback hits before the league suspended operations. "A year here, a year there, next thing you know, they're gonna be talking about gold jackets.". Oakman was famously charged with sexual assault shortly before the 2016 draft right, as Baylor’s program was becoming engulfed by a sexual misconduct scandal. Oakman was famously charged with sexual assault shortly before the 2016 draft right, as Baylor’s program was becoming engulfed by a sexual misconduct scandal. Oakman has been a member of the Triangle Torch and the West Virginia Roughriders of the American Arena League, the Bismarck Bucks of Champions Indoor Football, and the Los Angeles Wildcats of the XFL. It's now 2019, I'm living in the greater Houston area and I am one of the few journalists covering the upcoming XFL. SHAWN OAKMAN REVEALS WHY HE WAS REALLY RELEASED BUT BROUGHT BACK TO PLAY FOR LA WILDCATS XFL! According to Konnor Fulk of XFL News Hub, Shawn Oakman, will be on the Wildcats 52 man roster come Monday the 27th when it is announced. Oakman ultimately accepted the invitation earlier this week. This is The XFL Podcast . At the time, there wasn’t much information on what transpired. I'm Giving Him The Benefit Of The Doubt. Los Angeles Wildcats defensive end Shawn Oakman. LAS VEGAS – The lone sound of Shawn Oakman’s cleats clip-clapping down the entrance tunnel of … According to This Is The XFL Show former Baylor DL Shawn Oakman has been let go by head coach Winston Moss and the LA Wildcats. Afterward, XFL fans heard that Oakman had, in fact, accepted an XFL draft invite. At one time the most featured man on the Internet, the 6-foot-9 Oakman brings length and size that no other player can to a defensive line. Writer for Total Pro Sports Since August 31, 2015 . Kanye's Mental Health Issues Won't Affect Joint Custody. I know that tweet is supposed to be kind of a joke but also kind of serious. @XFLWildcats waive DL Shawn Oakman Coach Moss – “The LA Wildcats are all about supporting each other and winning a Championship. Oakman and the Wildcats take the field February 8. Features Switch to Anchor Blog. You can listen to the full interview below: Originally from Detroit, I grew up a Lions fan, which has now led me on a lifetime journey to find better football. It feels great.". – Shawn Oakman. He played college football for the Baylor Bears. Last season, Oakman played for the Los Angeles Wildcats in the XFL. DE Kony Ealy The former second round pick of the Carolina Panthers comes into the XFL as one of the top run defenders any team could take. I had made a play on a player and we were supposed to do two hand touch and in my head I am just going full speed…. In my head I had something to prove, I had a chip on my shoulder, all these guys have been playing football, I hadn’t and I’m still trying to get it. The West Virginia Roughriders were champions of the American Arena League in 2019. "This establishes the first step to the primary goal, which is to eventually play in the NFL". Join me on our journey to 2020 and beyond. "This is an exciting opportunity, " Oakman stated. The NFL has had its share of players in trouble with the law. Damond Talbot. Recently, in an XFLBoard.com article, Mike Mitchell wrote that Former Baylor DL Shawn Oakman was a player we would like to see in the XFL. NFL Draft Diamonds was created to assist the underdogs playing the sport. But now, thanks to an interview with Cynthia Conte, we have a lot more details on what took place early in the season between Oakman and the Wildcats. Oakman, 28, most recently spent time with the XFL's Los Angeles Wildcats in 2020 playing four games and recording seven tackles, one sack and three quarterback hits. by Spotify. This week we're looking at the career and history of Shawn Oakman. The Toronto Argonauts have signed Shawn Oakman, a polarizing player who came to fame six years ago on social media. The cut didn’t stick though, when franchises all officially announced their season roster Oakman was now back with Los Angeles. It seemed the cut was due to locker room issues as Coach Winston Moss told This Is The XFL Show that; Shawn Oakman is officially back on the gridiron ... and he tells TMZ Sports despite being sidelined while fighting for his freedom, he's ready to kick start a Hall of Fame career. The case went to trial ... and Shawn was found NOT GUILTY (the jury only needed 45 minutes to deliberate) earlier this year. The 6 foot 8 280 pound athlete who's natural build became a viral meme was destined to be a force in the NFL. It was on the field, but it was deeper than that.