The Developmental Football Association is proud to announce Tyler Downs as Head of Officials

The Developmental Football Association is proud to announce Tyler Downs as Head of Officials as the league prepares for its Spring 2026 launch.

Downs brings elite level officiating experience and leadership to the DFA, setting a high standard for competitive integrity, consistency, and professionalism across the league. An entrepreneur and business owner, he combines real world operational discipline with more than 15 years of experience as a football official at the highest levels of the game.

Currently, Downs serves as an official for the NFL, arena football, and NCAA Division I football. His background provides the DFA with direct insight into top tier officiating standards, mechanics, and accountability expectations used at the professional and collegiate levels.

As Head of Officials, Downs will oversee officiating standards, training, evaluation, and game day execution league wide. His role will focus on ensuring consistency in rule enforcement, clear communication between officials and teams, and a professional game environment that prioritizes player safety and competitive fairness.

Downs’ leadership reinforces the DFA’s commitment to being more than just another developmental league. By bringing in officials with elite credentials and real accountability, the league is establishing expectations that mirror higher levels of football and prepare players, coaches, and staff for advancement.

With Tyler Downs leading officiating operations, the DFA continues to build a league rooted in structure, professionalism, and credibility from top to bottom.

Player registration is now open at https://dfa.football

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