# UFL Scores Today: DC Defenders 36, St. Louis Battlehawks 18 - Defenders Advance To UFL Championship

- Author: Mark Perry
- Published: 2025-06-09T02:45:51Z
- Updated: 2026-07-09T17:07:36Z
- Categories: UFL (ufl), DC Defenders (dc-defenders), St. Louis Battlehawks (st-louis-battlehawks), Scores (scores)
- Canonical URL: https://uflnewshub.com/ufl/ufl-scores-today-dc-defenders-36-st-louis-battlehawks-18-defenders-advance-to-ufl-championship

## Highlights:

- [Jordan Ta'amu](https://uflnewshub.com/player/jordan-taamu-2033) completed 18 of 26 passes for 204 yards and one touchdown
- [Deon Jackson](https://uflnewshub.com/player/deon-jackson-33148) rushed for 110 yards and two touchdowns on 21 carries
- DC Defenders defense forced five sacks and recovered one fumble

## Game Recap:

The DC Defenders defeated the St. Louis Battlehawks 36-18 in a [UFL](https://uflnewshub.com/ufl) playoff game at The Dome at America's Center. Jordan Ta'amu threw for 204 yards while Deon Jackson powered the ground game with 110 rushing yards and two scores. The Defenders will take on the [Michigan Panthers](https://uflnewshub.com/team/michigan-panthers/) in the UFL Championship on June 14th.

## Game Highlights Video:

## DC Defenders Performance:

The Defenders controlled the game with a balanced offensive attack and pressure defense that sacked St. Louis quarterbacks five times.

**Top Offensive Players:**

Jordan Ta'amu: QB - 18/26, 204 yards, 1 TD, 89.3 rating  
Deon Jackson: RB - 21 carries, 110 yards, 2 TDs, 5.2 average  
[Seth Williams](https://uflnewshub.com/player/seth-williams-33573): WR - 2 catches, 61 yards, 1 TD  
Cornell Powell: WR - 4 catches, 57 yards  
Abram Smith: RB - 13 carries, 64 yards, 1 TD

**Top Defensive Players:**

Malik Fisher: DE - 2 sacks, 19 sack yards, 1 forced fumble  
Anthony Hines III: LB - 6 tackles, 1 fumble recovery  
Trey Dean III: CB - 5 tackles, 1 interception, 1 pass defended  
Andre Mintze: DE - 1 sack, 2 QB hits  
Derick Roberson: DE - 1 sack, 1 forced fumble

## St. Louis Battlehawks Performance:

The Battlehawks struggled with turnovers and could not establish consistent offensive rhythm against DC's aggressive defense. Brandon Silvers gave the team a spark in the 2nd half but left the game due to injury.

**Top Offensive Players:**

Jacob Saylors: RB - 9 carries, 45 yards, 1 TD  
Frank Darby: WR - 2 catches, 53 yards  
Jahcour Pearson: WR - 2 catches, 50 yards  
Max Duggan: QB - 7/14, 105 yards, 1 INT  
Brandon Silvers: QB - 6/10, 81 yards, 1 TD

**Top Defensive Players:**

Willie Harvey: LB - 15 tackles, 1 sack  
Nate Meadors: CB - 8 tackles  
Qwynnterrio Cole: FS - 8 tackles, 1 tackle for loss  
Mike Rose: MLB - 7 tackles  
T.J. Pesefea Jr.: NT - 6 tackles

The DC Defenders advance in the UFL playoffs with this victory while St. Louis ends their season. The Defenders total offense of 388 yards outpaced the Battlehawks' 240 yards in a game that showcased playoff-level intensity and execution.

Can the Defenders continue their playoff run with this balanced offensive attack? Will the Battlehawks make adjustments for next season after this 2nd straight playoff exit? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.

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