The UFL schedule today features the final game of Week Nine as the D.C. Defenders travel to Houston to face the Roughnecks. This UFL game today carries significant weight for both teams as the playoff-bound Defenders look to maintain momentum while the Roughnecks aim to snap a two-game losing streak.
Game Overview:
UFL games on May 25th, 2025:
D.C. Defenders vs Houston Roughnecks
Location: TDECU Stadium, Houston
Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM ET
TV: FOX
Stream: Fox Sports App
Game Previews:
D.C. Defenders vs Houston Roughnecks: Key Players:
- Jordan Ta’amu (Defenders): QB – Leads UFL with 1,991 passing yards and 16 touchdowns
- Justin Hall (Roughnecks): WR – Leads UFL with 47 receptions for 349 yards
- Deon Jackson (Defenders): RB – Third-ranked rusher in UFL averaging 44.6 yards per game
- Jalan McClendon (Roughnecks): QB – 1,039 passing yards with 4 TDs since taking over as starter
- Cornell Powell (Defenders): WR – 21 receptions for 314 yards and 5 touchdowns
UFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Defenders -3
Over/Under: 45
Moneyline: Defenders -160, Roughnecks +135
UFL Standings:
XFL Conference:
St. Louis Battlehawks: 7-2
D.C. Defenders: 6-2
Arlington Renegades: 4-5
San Antonio Brahmas: 1-8
USFL Conference:
Michigan Panthers: 6-3
Birmingham Stallions: 6-3
Houston Roughnecks: 3-5
Memphis Showboats: 2-7
UFL News:
The D.C. Defenders have already clinched an XFL Conference Championship Game berth following their thrilling 33-30 victory over Arlington last week. Jordan Ta’amu needs just 420 passing yards over his final two games to set a new UFL single-season passing record. The Roughnecks’ offense has shown significant improvement since Jalan McClendon took over quarterback duties, appearing in five games this season. Houston has already tripled their win total from last season, showing marked improvement under their new offensive scheme.
As Week Nine concludes, UFL scores continue to showcase the competitive balance of this spring football league. Fans will be watching the UFL standings closely as teams make their final push for playoff positioning in the season’s final weeks. With UFL betting odds slightly favoring the Defenders, will Houston pull off the home upset, or will D.C. continue their march toward the championship? Share your predictions in the comments below!
