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UFL News / HBCUs on SI / June 13
Ian Wheeler: Howard Alum Returns to D.C., Wins United Bowl MVP and Championship Ring
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Returning to the city where he became a star at Howard University, Ian Wheeler delivered another memorable performance. The former Bison running back fit Louisville's offense perfectly, rushing for 81 yards and a touchdown while earning United Bowl MVP honors in the Kings' 25-19 victory and 2026 UFL championship.
DC Defenders News / HBCUs on SI / June 12
DC Defenders' Coach Harris Leans on HBCU Roots, Championship Mindset Ahead of United Bowl
HOUSTON — Preparation, discipline, and resilience have defined Coach Shannon Harris' approach throughout the season for the DC Defenders. As the team prepares for the United Bowl, those same principles remain central to the HBCU alum's championship message.
UFL News / Total Pro Sports / April 27
UFL Player Immediately Ejected For Disgusting 'Criminal' Tackle
The UFL 2026 season has had its fair share of controversies. A head coach was arrested before a game and forced his team to go with a different leader.
UFL News / The Forkball / April 4
The Columbus Aviators Can’t Get Off the Ground Against DC
Columbus had their home opener in the Buckeye State The Columbus Aviators had their home debut on Friday night. After losing in Orlando, Columbus was fighting for their first win, this time against the DC Defenders.
Coach Shannon Harris Talks UFL Championship, HBCU Legacy, and Future In Coaching
In an inspiring episode of the HBCU Legends podcast, host Kyle T. Mosley sat down with Coach Shannon Harris, the UFL Coach of the Year and championship-winning head coach of the DC Defenders.
UFL Champion DC Defenders Make Obvious Choice, Name Full-time Head Coach
Winning a championship is usually a surefire will to keep a job. Just ask Shannon Harris. After guiding the DC Defenders to the 2025 UFL title while serving as interim head coach, that moniker was dropped as Harris was promoted to head coach.
DC Defenders promote Shannon Harris to head coach
The DC Defenders removed the interim tag on Wednesday and named Shannon Harris as the head coach of the UFL team. Harris served as the interim head coach this past season and guided the Defenders to the 2025 UFL Championship.
HBCU Alum One Win Away from Making Pro Football History
When Shannon Harris took over as head coach of the DC Defenders just a week before the 2025 UFL season kicked off, few outside the locker room believed he’d be here, one win from rewriting history books.
UFL News / College Football Dawgs / May 24, 2024
D.C. Defenders vs. Memphis Showboats: Best of the Worst
The D.C. Defenders (3-5, 2-3 XFL Conference) are back on the field Sunday and although their playoff drive came to an abrupt end last week , the Defenders hope to end the season on an upward trend.
D.C. Defenders Look To Keep Control Of Their Playoff Future
The D.C. Defenders are still in contention and vying for control of the final playoff position but a week 8 rematch with the hottest team in the conference threatens both.
UFL News / College Football Dawgs / May 6, 2024
DC Defenders Seize Victory From San Antonio Brahmas
The San Antonio Brahmas opened the 2024 season with a 27-12 victory over the DC Defenders on March 31 at the Alamodome. However, in a rematch, the Defenders beat the Brahmas 18-12 in a rainy match at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, May 5th.
Brad Wing News / Yardbarker / March 31, 2024
Watch: Amazing trick play in UFL leads to rare TD
The best play of the 2024 UFL season might have happened in Week 1.
UFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31, 2024
Offensive lineman catches 40-yard TD on incredible UFL fake punt play
Those are the types of plays fans will be hoping to see from the UFL.
Jordan Ta’amu Returning to D.C. Defenders for 2024 UFL Season
There has been much speculation about what the D.C. Defenders’ quarterback situation will look like as Jalan McClendon was drafted last month and the questions surrounding Jordan Ta’amu.
Leddie Brown News / Yardbarker / May 13, 2023
Unlikely hero helps lead Renegades over Defenders for XFL title
The Arlington Renegades upset the D.C. Defenders to win the 2023 XFL Championship Game, 35-26, powered by an unlikely performance from running back Leddie Brown.
Look: D.C. XFL fans build incredible 'beer snake'
Washington, D.C. football fans might be fed up with the Commanders and its ownership, but they seem to have taken a liking to their XFL team, the Defenders.
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