In August 2011, it was announced that the Cedar Rapids Titans would become an expansion team of the Indoor Football League for the 2012 season.
[1] Titans' General Manager Chris Kolalis stated, "We believe that Cedar Rapids is a fantastic market to bring a team into.
We hope to promote economic development and be a part of the growth of the community by being active and giving back to the fans.
[1] On November 18, 2011, the Titans hired former NFL player, Kyle Moore-Brown, as the first coach in franchise history.
[2] They won their inaugural game on March 3, 2012, with a 32–13 win over Lehigh Valley Steelhawks.