Arena Football League owners vote Jeff Fisher in as interim commissioner

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - After weeks of unsteadiness around the league that started with 16 teams, but is now down to 10, Arena Football League owners unanimously voted Nashville Kats Director of Football Operations Jeff Fisher as the league’s interim commissioner.

He takes over the role previously held by Lee Hutton III.

Fisher is a former NFL Head Coach for the Titans and Rams.

Jeff Fisher, president of operations for @NashvilleKatsFB, confirms he is taking over as interim commissioner of @OfficialAFL

“This league is good. We’re looking forward to continuing and finishing the season.” He adds he hopes to bring integrity and truth to the league.@WSMV pic.twitter.com/LW7S3ZXH7M
— Lauren Walsh (@lauwalsh10) May 14, 2024

So far, the Kats have seen decent attendance at their two home games they’ve played at Municipal Auditorium.

Fisher maintains the AFL has stability going forward, through the end of this season and beyond.

“There are some things that obviously needed to be corrected,” said Fisher.

Fisher: “In a lot of ways I’m honored to be able to help and make sure this thing remains on track for this season and in the future.”@NashvilleKatsFB will play Wichita in Clarksville this weekend.
— Chris Harris (@ChrisHarrisWSMV) May 14, 2024

“They sought me out and asked me if I would do it and I’m willing to do that. I love people and I love solving problems. And there is an amazing potential and future ahead for this league and I want to help the various owners across the country realize that potential.”

The Kats have seven games remaining on their schedule.

Their next game is May 18th in Clarksville at the F&M Bank arena against the Wichita Regulators.

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