Highlights:
* St. Louis defense records 3 sacks and a crucial interception to secure the win
* Max Duggan throws for 93 yards and the game’s only touchdown to Hakeem Butler
* Battlehawks improve to 4-2, strengthening their position in the XFL Conference
Results
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| STL | 0 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 12 |
Game Recap
The St. Louis Battlehawks relied on stingy defense and timely scoring to defeat the Arlington Renegades 12-6 in a defensive struggle at The Dome. After a scoreless first quarter, the Battlehawks built a 9-0 halftime lead and held on despite a late push from Arlington. With the victory, St. Louis improves to 4-2 while Arlington falls to 3-3 in XFL Conference play.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Battlehawks vs Renegades.
Battlehawks Performance
The Battlehawks controlled the game with disciplined defensive play and efficient offense. St. Louis limited Arlington to just 227 total yards while forcing a critical turnover and recording three sacks that consistently disrupted the Renegades’ offensive rhythm.
Top Offensive Players:
* Max Duggan: QB – 7/19, 93 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT; 10 rushes for 49 yards
* Jacob Saylors: RB – 14 carries, 57 yards; 0 receptions
* Blake Jackson: TE – 3 receptions, 31 yards; 1 rush for 5 yards
* Hakeem Butler: WR – 1 reception, 30 yards, 1 TD
* Frank Darby: WR – 1 reception, 16 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Pita Taumoepenu: LB – 4 tackles, 2 sacks
* Willie Harvey Jr.: LB – 5 tackles
* Qwynnterrio Cole: S – 5 tackles
* Lukas Denis: S – 4 tackles
* Chris Payton-Jones: CB – 1 tackle, 1 interception
Renegades Performance
Arlington’s offense struggled to find consistency throughout the game, failing to reach the end zone despite posting more passing yards than St. Louis. The Renegades’ defense kept them in the game by limiting the Battlehawks to just 12 points, but the offense couldn’t capitalize on opportunities.
Top Offensive Players:
* Luis Perez: QB – 16/23, 145 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT
* Dae Dae Hunter: RB – 13 carries, 47 yards; 5 receptions, 41 yards
* JaVonta Payton: WR – 3 receptions, 40 yards
* Deontay Burnett: WR – 2 receptions, 27 yards
* Kalen Ballage: RB – 9 carries, 30 yards; 1 reception, 4 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Myles Dorn: S – 7 tackles
* Ajene Harris: CB – 5 tackles
* Donald Payne: LB – 5 tackles
* Willie Taylor III: LB – 2 tackles, 2 sacks
* Taco Charlton: DE – 2 tackles, 1 sack
UFL Standings Update
With today’s UFL scores finalized, the Battlehawks (4-2) strengthen their position in second place in the XFL Conference behind the league-leading Defenders (4-1). The Renegades (3-3) remain in third place in the conference. In the USFL Conference, the Panthers and Stallions share the lead at 3-2, followed by the Roughnecks (2-3) and Showboats (1-4).
The defensive struggle reflected the Battlehawks’ season-long identity as a team that can win with solid defense and timely playmaking. St. Louis has now won back-to-back games to solidify their playoff positioning, while Arlington has dropped two straight contests after a promising start to their campaign.
Can the Battlehawks continue their winning ways and challenge the Defenders for XFL Conference supremacy? Will the Renegades regroup and find the offensive consistency they need to return to the win column? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
