Liam Paul Fornadel (born June 17, 1999) is an American professional

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for the

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of the United Football League (UFL). He played

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. Fornadel has also played for the

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of the

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(CFL).

College career

Fornadel played

from 2017 to 2021, where he played in 54 games, starting in 41.

Professional career

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

After going undrafted in the

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, Fornadel was signed to the

of the

(CFL) practice squad on September 20, 2022. He was released on October 17, 2022.

DC Defenders (first stint)

On November 17, 2022, Fornadel was selected by the

of the XFL. In 2023, Fornadel started in all 12 games, making the All-XFL team. In 2024, Fornadel started in all 10 games. His contract with the team was terminated on June 17, 2024, to sign with an NFL team.

New England Patriots

On June 18, 2024, Fornadel signed with the

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. He was waived on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released on December 17.

DC Defenders (second stint)

On April 2, 2025, Fornadel signed with the DC Defenders.

References

External links

DC Defenders bioJames Madison Dukes bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Fornadel, Liam 1999 births Don Bosco Preparatory High School alumni James Madison Dukes football players Sportspeople from Wyckoff, New Jersey Players of American football from Bergen County, New Jersey Living people New England Patriots players DC Defenders players Winnipeg Blue Bombers players Canadian football offensive linemen Players of Canadian football from Pittsburgh American football offensive guards