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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.

Ta'amu, Hines and Taua Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week

May 13, 2025 - D.C. Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu, Defenders linebacker Anthony Hines III, and Michigan Panthers running back Toa Taua were named the OurSports Central United Football League Offensive Player, Defensive Player, and Unsung Hero of the Week, respectively, for week seven of the UFL season. Ta'amu earned offensive player honors for the fourth time this season by completing 19 of 24 passes for 278 yards and three scores in D.C.'s 32-24 victory over the San Antonio Brahmas. Ten different D.C. players caught at least one ... Full Story

Second Half Surge Lifts Defenders Over Brahmas, 32-24

May 9, 2025 - SAN ANTONIO, TX - Tied at 12 entering the second half, the DC Defenders (5-2, 3-1 XFL) offense caught fire and outscored the San Antonio Brahmas (1-6, 1-3 XFL) 20-12 for a 32-24 road victory at the Alamodome. QB Jordan Ta'amu led DC's second half surge with three passing touchdowns in the remaining 30 minutes and finished the night 19-for-24 (79.2 percent) with 278 passing yards and three scores. This was the fourth-straight game Ta'amu has thrown for at least 250 yards and posted two or more passing touchdowns. Traili... Full Story

Defenders Fall to Panthers 38-14

May 4, 2025 - DETROIT, MI (May 4, 2025)- The DC Defenders (4-2, 2-1 XFL) were unable to contain the Michigan Panthers (4-2, 2-1 USFL) offensive attack in a 38-14 loss Sunday afternoon at Ford Field. Down 17-6 at the half, the Defenders were unable to close the gap in the remaining 30 minutes of the game. How It Happened Michigan opened the game's scoring with an 11-play, 95-yard drive that resulted in seven points courtesy of a rushing score from RB Toa Taua and a successful one-point conversion from QB Bryce Perkins for a 7-0 lead ... Full Story

Ta'amu, Harris and Winn Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week

April 29, 2025 - D.C. Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu, Arlington Renegades cornerback Ajene Harris, and Memphis Showboats quarterback Dresser Winn were named the OurSports Central United Football League Offensive Player, Defensive Player and Unsung Hero of the Week, respectively, for week five of the UFL season. Ta'amu earned offensive player honors for the third straight week by completing 23 of 36 passes for 308 yards, three touchdowns and one interception along with eight carries for 37 yards and one score in the Defenders' come-fr... Full Story

• Ta'amu, Hines and Taua Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week - May 13, 2025
  
• Second Half Surge Lifts Defenders Over Brahmas, 32-24 - May 9, 2025
  
• Defenders Fall to Panthers 38-14 - May 4, 2025
  
• Ta'amu, Harris and Winn Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week - April 29, 2025
  
• Ta'amu Leads DC's Epic 37-33 Comeback Win over Renegades - April 27, 2025
  
• 'Busy as Ever': Jaydon Mickens Handles Business on and off the Field - April 25, 2025
  
• Ta'amu, Harris and Tillery Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week - April 22, 2025
  
• Defenders Fall Short to Brahmas in 24-18 Loss - April 21, 2025
  
• Defenders DE Andre Mintze Named UFL Defensive Player of the Week - April 16, 2025
  
• I Love Football: Defenders Host Brahmas in a 'Celebration of Football' Game on Easter Sunday - April 16, 2025
  
• Ta'amu, D.C. Defense and Potter Named OurSports Central UFL Players of the Week - April 15, 2025
  
• Unfinished Business: Abram Smith Returns to the Field After Third ACL Injury - April 14, 2025
  
• Ta'amu Totals Three Touchdowns, Defense Stands Tall in 27-15 Win over St. Louis - April 14, 2025
  
• Defenders Rally Late to Sink Showboats, 17-12 - April 6, 2025
  
• Defenders Football in Peak Bloom as Team Celebrates First-Ever 'Blossom Bowl' against Memphis Showboats on Saturday, April 5 - April 3, 2025
  
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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

Fri., May 9	W	D.C. 32 at San Antonio 24	Final
Sun., May 4	L	D.C. 14 at Michigan 38	Final
Sun., Apr 27	W	D.C. 37 at Arlington 33	Final
Sun., Apr 20	L	San Antonio 24 at D.C. 18	Final
Sun., Apr 13	W	D.C. 27 at St. Louis 15	Final
Sat., Apr 5	W	Memphis 12 at D.C. 17	Final
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OurSports Central provides coverage of the following independent and minor league teams near the D.C. Defenders:

• Baltimore Blast (MASL) - Baltimore, Maryland
  
• Capital City Go-Go (G League) - Washington, District of Columbia
  
• Chesapeake Baysox (EL) - Bowie, Maryland
  
• D.C. United (MLS) - Washington, District of Columbia
  
• DC Power FC (USLSL) - Washington, District of Columbia
  
• DMV Trilogy (BIG3) - Washington, District of Columbia
  
• Frederick Keys (MLBDL) - Frederick, Maryland
  
• Fredericksburg Nationals (CarL) - Fredericksburg, Virginia
  
• Loudoun United FC (USL) - Leesburg, Virginia
  
• Maryland Black Bears (NAHL) - Baltimore, Maryland
  
• Maryland Charm (WLL) - Baltimore, Maryland
  
• Maryland Whipsnakes (PLL) - Baltimore, Maryland
  
• Old Glory DC (MLR) - Leesburg, Virginia
  
• Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (AtL) - Waldorf, Maryland
  
• Spire City Ghost Hounds (AtL) - Frederick, Maryland
  
• Washington Mystics (WNBA) - Washington, District of Columbia
  
• Washington Spirit (NWSL) - Washington, District of Columbia
  

• VIDEO: DC Defenders LB Momo Sanogo's Underdog Story: United Football League - UFL YouTube (May 12)
  
• San Antonio Brahmas fall to DC Defenders in second home game - UFL KSAT (May 11)
  
• Defenders vs. Brahmas live updates: Jordan Ta'amu & Co. wins wild thriller - UFL Fox Sports (May 10)
  
• UFL Power Rankings After Week 6 - UFL NewsBreak - San Antonio (May 10)
  
• How to Watch DC Defenders at San Antonio Brahmas: Live Stream UFL, TV Channel - UFL NewsBreak - San Antonio (May 10)
  
• VIDEO: DC Defenders Week 7 Postgame Press Conference: United Football League - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: DC Defenders vs. San Antonio Brahmas Highlights: United Football League - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: Coach Gave That Touchdown SIX Booms! #boom #touchdown #ufl #football - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: Keep the Dubs Rolling! #defenders #dc #underdogfantasy - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: DC Defenders Week 7 Victory Speech: United Football League - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: Dean Blandino Explains It All #football #ufl #deanblandino @verizon - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
• VIDEO: One-Handed Catch Was Too Smooth #catch #ufl #football @verizon - UFL YouTube (May 9)
  
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