The Arlington Renegades (3-4) and DC Defenders (5-2) are set to face off in Week 8 of the United Football League (UFL) at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET. This matchup features two teams with contrasting seasons—DC aiming to solidify its playoff position, while Arlington looks to stay in the hunt.
Team Breakdown & Key Players
Arlington Renegades (3-4, 3rd in XFL Conference)
- Last Five Games: Loss, Win, Loss, Win, Loss
- Road Record: 1-2
- Points Per Game: 20.9
- Key Players:
- Luis Perez (QB) – Has thrown for 1,145 yards, three touchdowns, and four interceptions, completing 70.8% of his passes.
- Dae Dae Hunter (RB) – Leads the rushing attack with 255 yards and one touchdown, averaging 36.4 yards per game.
- Deontay Burnett (WR) – A reliable target, recording 19 catches for 235 yards and two touchdowns.
DC Defenders (5-2, 2nd in USFL Conference)
- Last Five Games: Win, Loss, Win, Loss, Win
- Home Record: 3-1
- Points Per Game: 23.3
- Key Players:
- Jordan Ta’amu (QB) – Has thrown for 1,473 yards, 11 touchdowns, and four interceptions, averaging 245.5 yards per game.
- Chris Rowland (WR) – A key playmaker with 32 catches for 403 yards and three touchdowns.
- Abram Smith (RB) – A strong rushing presence, contributing 94.3 yards per game.
Game Analysis & Predictions
- Renegades’ Strategy: Arlington needs Perez and Burnett to establish a strong passing game while Hunter provides balance on the ground.
- Defenders’ Strategy: DC must capitalize on their home-field advantage and rely on Ta’amu and Rowland to generate offensive momentum.
GAME ODDS
Arlington Renegades 42.5
DC Defenders – 2.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 17, 2025
