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The D.C. Defenders are an outdoor football team. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, they are a member of the United Football League.

Reggie Barlow Steps Down as Head Coach of D.C.Defenders to Become Head Coach at Tennessee State University

March 23, 2025 - ARLINGTON, TX - The United Football League announced today that D.C. Defenders Head Coach Reggie Barlow has stepped down to become the new head football coach at Tennessee State University. UFL President & CEO Russ Brandon and UFL Executive Vice President Daryl Johnston have named Defenders Quarterbacks Coach Shannon Harris as interim head coach for the 2025 UFL season. "The UFL would like to thank Reggie Barlow for his tremendous contributions to the UFL since becoming head coach of the D.C. Defenders back in 2023," said... Full Story

DC Defenders Set Opening Day Roster

March 20, 2025 - Washington, D.C. - The DC Defenders today announced its 50-man roster to begin the 2025 UFL season. "After weeks of hard work, tough decisions, and relentless competition, I'm proud to announce the men who have the privilege of representing our great city. Every player on this team has earned his spot," said Defenders Head Coach Reggie Barlow. "This group represents the heart, grit, and determination that define our program. Now, it's time to lock in, trust each other, and chase greatness together. It's now time to Defend... Full Story

DC Defenders Expand Community Partnerships Program

March 6, 2025 - Washington, D.C. - The DC Defenders today announced new extensions of its Community Partnerships program, providing an expanded platform for local community groups, schools, and youth sports programs to access Defenders home games. At its core, the program will continue to provide tickets to local nonprofits that serve youth, support educational initiatives, and deliver life-changing resources to underresourced community members. New this season are fundraising opportunities for local nonprofits, school PTAs, and youth sp... Full Story

DC Defenders Single-Game Tickets on Sale Today at 10 A.M ET

February 27, 2025 - Single-game tickets for all five DC Defenders regular-season home games will go on sale to the general public today, Thursday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. ET. Ticket prices start as low as $25 for individual tickets and can be purchased at ufldefenders.com/tickets. The Defenders bring professional spring football back to the District for a third consecutive season. Five regular season home games are played at Audi Field in Buzzard Point, including a home opener against defending UFL champion Birmingham Stallions. DC Defenders H... Full Story

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D.C. Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu sports the U.S. Army patch on his jersey
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League: United Football League
Home: Washington, District of Columbia
Class: Outdoor
Website: D.C. Defenders site
Schedule: Full D.C. Defenders Schedule Statistics: Full D.C. Defenders Statistics

Sun., Jun 2	L	Arlington 32 at D.C. 31	Final
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• Old Glory DC (MLR) - Leesburg, Virginia
  
• Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (AtL) - Waldorf, Maryland
  
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