Charles Turner III signs with IFL's Vegas Knight Hawks

Charles Turner III (Provided Photo)

LAS VEGAS, Nevada - The Vegas Knight Hawks just got better across their offensive line.

As stated by the Knight Hawks, they have officially signed Charles Turner III, a former offensive lineman from Canton McKinley and IMG Academy. 

Turner III started his high school career at Canton McKinley before transferring to IMG Academy for his junior and senior seasons. 

The BEST O-Line in the league just got even better!💪😤

We have officially signed Charles Turner III for the 2026 season!!!#JoinTheFlight pic.twitter.com/1e1QrXaY4J

— Vegas Knight Hawks (@KnightHawksIFL) December 22, 2025

Multiple Power 5 institutions sought his talents, ultimately deciding on LSU, where he played a role in winning a national championship during his first year of college football. He played in 40 games, making 25 starts over five seasons.

He eventually went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft before being signed by the New England Patriots, but was later released in August of that year. He also signed with the DC Defenders of the United Football League in March of 2025, but was also later released a few weeks after.

The Indoor Football League was founded 17 years ago and has grown to date, having 14 teams divided into two conferences (Eastern Conference and Western Conference). It is the highest and longest-running professional level of indoor football in the United States. 

The Vegas Knight Hawks are just coming off winning the 2025 National Championship in only their fourth year in existence. 

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