The Arlington Renegades, an XFL team, had a noteworthy 2023 season. Previously known as the Dallas Renegades, the team rebranded to the Arlington Renegades before the start of the 2023 season. They are one of the charter members of the XFL, showcasing their deep roots in the league. The Renegades played their home games at Choctaw Stadium and were coached by Bob Stoops, a name well-recognized in American football circles.
In 2023, the Arlington Renegades demonstrated significant progress. Despite a regular season record of 4 wins and 6 losses, which placed them second in the XFL’s South Division, they made an impressive leap in the playoffs. The Renegades not only earned their first playoff berth but also went on to win their first ever XFL Championship. In a remarkable turn of events, they eliminated the South Division regular season champions, the Houston Roughnecks, and ultimately triumphed over the DC Defenders in the XFL Championship Game with a final score of 35–26.
This season marked a significant milestone in the team’s history, showcasing their resilience and ability to overcome challenges, ultimately emerging as champions in a fiercely competitive environment.
Arlington Renegades News
Renegades Roster
Head Coach Bob Stoops
General Manager Rick Mueller
Tight Ends/Running Backs Reggie Davis
Defensive Coordinator Jay Hayes
Offensive Line Jonathan Himebauch
Offensive Coordinator/QBs/WRs Chuck Long
Quality Control Matt McMillen
Defensive Backs Marvin Sanders
Linebackers Bill Sheridan
Special Teams Scott Spurrier
Quarterback
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Lehnen | Quarterback | North Central | - |
| Holton Ahlers | Quarterback | East Carolina | - |
| Luis Perez | Quarterback | Texas A&M-Commerce | , |
Tight End
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Hodges | Tight End | Arizona State | - |
| Seth Green | Tight End | Houston | - |
| Sal Cannella | Tight End | Auburn | Schaumburg,IL |
Running back
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ike Irabor | Running back | Union | - |
| Dae Dae Hunter | Running back | Liberty | - |
| Kalen Ballage | Running back | Arizona State | Peyton,CO |
Wide receiver
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Simmons | Wide receiver | Wagner | - |
| Isaiah Winstead | Wide receiver | East Carolina | - |
| David Durden | Wide receiver | West Florida | - |
| JaVonta Payton | Wide receiver | Tennessee | Nashville,TN |
| Lujuan Winningham | Wide receiver | Central Arkansas | Humble,TX |
| Tyler Vaughns | Wide receiver | USC | Pasadena,CA |
| Juwan Manigo | Wide receiver | Delaware Valley | - |
| Deontay Burnett | Wide receiver | USC | Compton,CA |
| Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi | Wide receiver | Phoenix College | - |
Offensive guard
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Johanning | Offensive guard | Furman | - |
| Mark Evans II | Offensive guard | Arkansas-Pine Bluff | - |
| Marcus Minor | Offensive guard | Pittsburgh | - |
Offensive tackle
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kellen Diesch | Offensive tackle | Arizona State | - |
| Blake Larson | Offensive tackle | Augustana (SD) | - |
| Jeremy Flax | Offensive tackle | Kentucky | - |
| Ricky Lee | Offensive tackle | North Carolina A&T | - |
| Griffin McDowell | Offensive tackle | Chattanooga | - |
| Spencer Rolland | Offensive tackle | North Carolina | - |
| Adrian Ealy | Offensive tackle | Oklahoma | - |
| Garrett McGhin | Offensive tackle | East Carolina | Tallahassee,FL |
Defensive tackle
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyon Barrs | Defensive tackle | USC | - |
| Jerrod Clark | Defensive tackle | Coastal Carolina | - |
| Daviyon Nixon Sr. | Defensive tackle | Iowa | - |
| LaRon Stokes | Defensive tackle | Oklahoma | Tulsa,OK |
| DaVonte Lambert | Defensive tackle | Auburn | , |
Defensive end
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquise Lawson-Greenwood | Defensive end | Lincoln (CA) | - |
| Willie Taylor III | Defensive end | Eastern Kentucky | - |
| Durrell Johnson | Defensive end | Liberty | - |
| Amani Bledsoe | Defensive end | Oklahoma | - |
| Darryl Johnson | Defensive end | North Carolina A&T | - |
| Chris Odom | Defensive end | Arkansas State | - |
Middle linebacker
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vincent Dileo | Middle linebacker | Deleware Valley | - |
| Jabril Cox | Middle linebacker | LSU | - |
| Caleb Johnson | Middle linebacker | Miami (FL) | - |
| Storey Jackson | Middle linebacker | Liberty | - |
| Tuzar Skipper | Middle linebacker | Toledo | Norwich,CT |
| Donald Payne | Middle linebacker | Stetson | Fayetteville,GA |
Cornerback
| Player | Position | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Claybrooks | Cornerback | Memphis | - |
| Jayden Price | Cornerback | North Dakota State | - |
| Carlton Johnson | Cornerback | Fresno State | - |
| Delonte Hood | Cornerback | Peru State | Washington, DC |
| Vincent Gray | Cornerback | Michigan | - |
| Cedric Anderson | Cornerback | Grambling State | - |
| Steven Jones Jr. | Cornerback | Appalachian State | - |
| Myles Dorn | Cornerback | North Carolina | - |
| Ajene Harris | Cornerback | USC | , |
| Jamar Summers | Cornerback | UConn | , |
| Jamal Carter | Cornerback | Miami (FL) | Homestead,FL |
XFL Conference
| Pos | Team | W | L | T | Pct | PF | PA | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  STL | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 260 | 202 | W1 |
| 2 |  SA | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 192 | 153 | L1 |
| 3 |  DC | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 209 | 251 | L1 |
| 4 | | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 247 | 249 | W2 |