Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 PM EDT (noon kickoff)
Venue: Toyota Stadium, Frisco, TX
TV/Streaming: ABC (national broadcast)
Tickets: Available via theufl.com or Ticketmaster (Toyota Stadium).
This is the Aviators’ third straight road game to open the season as they try to avoid an 0-3 start against the league’s only remaining undefeated team.
Team Records and Recent Forms
Columbus Aviators (0-2): Struggling early under first-year head coaching staff. Week 1: 16-23 road loss to Orlando (close but turnover-prone). Week 2: 26-44 home loss to D.C. Defenders (offense showed flashes but defense allowed explosive plays and gave up 44 points). The Aviators rank near the bottom in scoring (21 PPG) and have been outscored 67-42 overall. Red-zone efficiency and turnover margin have been issues.
Dallas Renegades (2-0): Strong start in new Toyota Stadium era. Week 1: 36-17 home win over Houston (offense exploded for 36 points). Week 2: 31-15 home win over St. Louis Battlehawks (dominant all phases, QB Austin Reed threw for 213 yards and 3 TDs). Dallas leads the league in points scored (67) and point differential (+35); defense has been opportunistic while the offense is balanced and explosive.
Series History
This is the first meeting between the Aviators and Renegades in the 2026 UFL season. The teams have limited recent history from prior UFL/XFL iterations, with no decisive edge in prior matchups. Dallas will look to use home-field dominance to establish early superiority in what many view as a measuring-stick game for the Aviators’ rebuilding effort.
Player Matchups to Watch
QB Battle: Dallas’ Austin Reed (veteran arm talent) has been lights-out early—efficient deep shots, low turnovers, and play-action mastery. Columbus’ quarterback play has been inconsistent (exact starter TBD from Week 2 box scores but under pressure); the Aviators must protect the pocket against Dallas’ pass rush.
Dallas Run Game/Offense vs. Columbus Defense: Renegades RBs have been effective behind a strong O-line. Columbus’ front seven has shown gaps (allowed big plays in both losses) and must contain Dallas’ balanced attack.
Skill Positions: Dallas WRs have been explosive (multiple TDs already). Columbus relies on big-play receivers but has been turnover-prone in the passing game. Special teams edge to Dallas, who have thrived in return and coverage units.
X-Factor: Dallas’ home defensive continuity and turnover creation vs. Columbus’ road woes and inability to sustain drives against top teams.
Injury Report
Columbus Aviators: Limited public specifics beyond general depth concerns from early losses; no major star absences widely reported league-wide for this matchup. Monitor official UFL releases for any practice-limited players.
Dallas Renegades: No significant injuries flagged in available reports; the 2-0 squad appears relatively healthy heading into the home Sunday game.
Weather Updates (Frisco, TX – Toyota Stadium, noon kickoff)
Mild spring conditions expected: Daytime highs in the low-to-mid 70s°F (kickoff around 70-72°F), with lows in the mid-50s. Light south winds (8-12 mph), moderate humidity (~60-70%), and low chance of precipitation (mostly sunny to partly cloudy). Perfect outdoor football weather—no wind or rain concerns for passing/kicking. Fans should dress for comfortable spring temps.
GAME ODDS
Columbus Aviators 46.5
Dallas Renegades – 7.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, April 11, 2026
