Orlando Storm torched the defending champs 29-23 to improve to 8-2.
The Orlando Storm gutted out a 29-23 victory over the defending champion D.C. Defenders at Audi Field, moving to 8-2 and finish with the best record in the UFL. The Defenders fall to 5-5 and their playoff hopes are now on life support with just their ground game keeping them competitive.
Box Score
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Orlando Storm | 7 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 0 | 29 |
D.C. Defenders | 3 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 0 | 23 |
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Game Highlights
Top Performers
Orlando Storm
Jack Plummer (QB) — 13/26, 203 yds, 2 TD, 0 INT
Cam Camper (WR) — 3 rec, 93 yds, 1 TD
Chris Rowland (WR) — 4 rec, 46 yds, 1 TD
Kana'i Mauga (LB) — 7 tackles
Nate Brooks (CB) — 2 tackles, 1 INT
D.C. Defenders
Jason Bean (QB) — 13/28, 165 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT; 11 att, 116 rush yds
Cornell Powell (WR) — 5 rec, 70 yds
Briley Moore (TE) — 3 rec, 45 yds, 1 TD
Brandon Smith (LB) — 5 tackles
Derek Parish (DE) — 2 tackles, 1 sack
Team Stats
Stat | Orlando Storm | D.C. Defenders |
|---|---|---|
Total Yards | 280 | 384 |
Passing | 13/26, 203 yds, 2 TD | 13/28, 165 yds, 1 TD |
Rushing | 23 att, 77 yds, 0 TD | 36 att, 219 yds, 1 TD |
Turnovers | 2 | 3 |
Quick Hits
Storm's defense came up clutch with two interceptions of Jason Bean, including picks by Nate Brooks and Mishael Powell
D.C. controlled the ground game with 219 rushing yards but couldn't overcome their aerial struggles and turnover issues
Cam Camper torched the Defenders secondary for 93 yards on just three catches, averaging over 31 yards per reception
What's Next
Orlando Storm (8-2) — Next opponent TBD
D.C. Defenders (5-5) — Next opponent TBD
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