Gamblers Cash in with Massive Upset over Battlehawks

May 16, 2026 - ST. LOUIS, MO - Just hours after chaos unfolded in Louisville, the Gamblers cashed in on another massive upset in St. Louis. A dominant first half powered Houston to a statement victory, handing the Battlehawks their first home loss of the season. For St. Louis, the story came down to missed opportunities. The Battlehawks went just 1-for-6 in the red zone and 2-for-11 on third down despite outgaining Houston 353-200. With questions swirling around Houston's starting quarterback entering the game, Hunter Dekkers got the... Full Story

Kings Knock off Defenders for Second Straight Week, Earn First Win in the 'Ville

May 16, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, KY - Death, taxes, and drama in the UFL. The three things guaranteed this spring, and Louisville delivered yet again. The Kings pulled off another upset over the Defenders for the second straight week, keeping their playoff hopes alive while earning their first win at Lynn Family Stadium. The loss was costly for DC in more ways than one. Quarterback Jordan Ta'amu exited with injury in the first quarter and missed the remainder of the game. And for the second straight week, DC failed to clinch a postseason ber... Full Story

Stamps Sign Offensive Lineman

May 16, 2026 - The Calgary Stampeders have signed American offensive lineman Bakyne Coly. Bakyne Coly #54 Offensive lineman College: Purdue Height: 6.07 Weight: 300 Born: May 15, 2001 Birthplace: Wainiha, HI American Coly played his final two seasons (2024-25) at Purdue. He was the starter at right tackle for all 12 games for the Boilermakers in 2025 and was named to the all-Big Ten academic team for a second consecutive year. In his first season at Purdue, he played 11 games as a reserve offensive lineman and... Full Story

DC Comeback Falls Short as Defenders Drop Second Straight

May 16, 2026 - LOUISVILLE, KY -Death, taxes, and drama in the UFL. The three things guaranteed this spring, and Louisville delivered yet again. The Kings pulled off another upset over the Defenders for the second straight week, keeping their playoff hopes alive while earning their first win at Lynn Family Stadium. The loss was costly for DC in more ways than one. Quarterback Jordan Ta'amu exited with injury in the first quarter and missed the remainder of the game. And for the second straight week, DC failed to clinch a postseason berth... Full Story

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• St. Louis Falls in the Dome for First Time this Season - St. Louis Battlehawks (UFL) May 16
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