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

Defenders Drop Season Opener to St. Louis, 16-10

March 28, 2026 - ST. LOUIS, MO - The atmosphere of The Battledome did not disappoint in the season opener. Pita Taumoepenu and the Battlehawks defense dominated the defending UFL champions and helped Ricky Proehl to the first win of his head coaching career. As expected, The Dome at America's Center, better known as The Battledome, was rumbling as the Battlehawks took the field. It was evident from the start that this would be a hostile environment. However, the Battlehawks failed to respond to the crowd early. Two drops on the opening... Full Story

Defenders Prepare to Defend Championship in 2026, Finalize Roster

March 24, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The reigning 2025 UFL Champion DC Defenders have officially unveiled their roster for the 2026 home opener, locking in a talented and determined group ready to take the field for Opening Day. With a strong core of returning players alongside exciting newcomers, the Defenders are set to open the season with toughness and grit in St. Louis this Saturday. "We're excited to get back to business and defend our UFL championship," said head coach Shannon Harris. "We know we have a target on our backs but I ha... Full Story

Defenders Begin Countdown to Kickoff with Saturday Fan Fest

March 19, 2026 - WHAT: The defending 2025 UFL Champion DC Defenders will be hosting a free fan fest at The Wharf to celebrate with fans and begin the countdown to kickoff on April 11. WHO: Head Coach Shannon Harris, winner of the 2025 UFL Coach of the Year Award. Quarterback Jordan Ta'amu: Led the Defenders to a UFL Championship victory and earned UFL Championship MVP with 390 passing yards and five total touchdowns in the 58-34 win over the Michigan Panthers. Cornerback Gabe Taylor: Brother of former Washington Redskin Sean Taylor,... Full Story

Wale Adds Star-Power for DC Defenders Home Opener Halftime Show on April 11

March 17, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United Football League today announced Washington, D.C. native and GRAMMY©-nominated recording artist Wale will perform live during the DC Defenders home game on Saturday, April 11, at Audi Field as part of the defending UFL champions' title and fans celebration. Kickoff between the Defenders and the Houston Gamblers is set for 12 p.m. ET on ESPN. Wale's performance is part of the Defenders "Championship Celebration" game to commemorate the team's historic 2025 season. The Defenders defeated t... Full Story

• Defenders Drop Season Opener to St. Louis, 16-10 - March 28, 2026
  
• Defenders Prepare to Defend Championship in 2026, Finalize Roster - March 24, 2026
  
• Defenders Begin Countdown to Kickoff with Saturday Fan Fest - March 19, 2026
  
• Wale Adds Star-Power for DC Defenders Home Opener Halftime Show on April 11 - March 17, 2026
  
• Interim to Champion to Expectation - February 26, 2026
  
• DC Defenders Open Training Camp - February 23, 2026
  
• Defending UFL Champion Dc Defenders Unveil Uniforms for Upcoming 2026 Season - February 14, 2026
  
• DC Defenders Unveil 2026 United Football League Theme Game Schedule - February 13, 2026
  
• DC Defenders and Columbus Aviators Complete Player Trade - February 10, 2026
  
• DC Defenders Single-Game Tickets Available to the Public for 2026 Season Beginning Today - February 2, 2026
  
• 5 Things to Know About the Defending Champion DC Defenders - January 29, 2026
  
• Media Advisory Dc Defenders to Now Host Free Fan Event on February 7 - January 29, 2026
  
• DC Defenders Head Coach Shannon Harris Announces Defensive and Offensive Coordinators for 2026 the Season - January 29, 2026
  
• DC Defenders to Host Free Fan Event on February 1 - January 26, 2026
  
• DC Defenders Announce 2026 Season Schedule - January 22, 2026
  
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DC Defenders take in the UFL Championship experience
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League: United Football League
Home: Washington, District of Columbia
Class: Outdoor
Website: DC Defenders site
Schedule: Full DC Defenders Schedule
Statistics: Full DC Defenders Statistics

Fri., Apr 3		DC at Columbus	8:00 p.m.
Sat., Mar 28	L	DC 10 at St. Louis 16	Final
Sat., Jun 14	W	DC 58 at Michigan 34 (Championship; St. Louis)	Final
Sun., Jun 8	W	DC 36 at St. Louis 18 (Playoff)	Final
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• VIDEO: History Made! McCrane Hits the First-Ever 4PT FG - UFL YouTube (April 1)
  
• Matt McCrane kicks first UFL four-point field goal - UFL NBC Sports (March 30)
  
• Battlehawks beat Defenders 16-10 in UFL season opener - UFL Alton Telegraph (March 29)
  
• VIDEO: DC Defenders Week 1 Postgame Presser: UFL - UFL YouTube (March 28)
  
• VIDEO: DC Defenders vs St. Louis Battlehawks Highlights: United Football League - UFL YouTube (March 28)
  
• VIDEO: Mic'd Up: Rivalry Football - UFL YouTube (March 28)
  
• VIDEO: HISTORY MADE! McCrane Drills 60YD FG for 4 POINTS! - UFL YouTube (March 28)
  
• VIDEO: "It's Gonna be a Dog Fight" - UFL YouTube (March 24)
  
• Taylor name returns to DC as Gabe Taylor prepares for UFL debut with DC Defenders - UFL WJLA (March 19)
  
• VIDEO: Jordan Ta'amu Has 2 Goals for this Season Catch the Full Episode on Our Youtube - UFL (March 19)
  
• VIDEO: Shannon Harris: Rick Neuheisel: Inside Training Camp Ep. 2 - UFL YouTube (March 16)
  
• VIDEO: Rivalry Renewed. DC vs St. Louis at the Battledome on March 28th! this Is Gonna be Fun - UFL YouTube (March 12)
  
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