The United Football League’s seventh week kicked off with high energy on Friday night, as the St. Louis Battlehawks secured another impressive victory by defeating the Columbus Aviators 31-20 at home, improving their record to 5-2.
Saturday’s action saw the Louisville Kings dominate the DC Defenders 30-13, while the Birmingham Stallions edged past the Dallas Renegades 21-17 in an overtime thriller.
Here’s a breakdown of all the Week 7 results:
St. Louis Battlehawks 31, Columbus Aviators 20
Key performers: Battlehawks quarterback Luis Perez completed 16 of 30 passes for 204 yards and one touchdown, while wide receiver Hakeem Butler hauled in three catches for 77 yards. For the Aviators, Jalan McClendon went 20-for-28 for 153 yards and two touchdowns, with Tay Martin recording seven receptions for 55 yards and a score.
Game recap: The Aviators entered the matchup after a strong victory, but their defense struggled early, allowing St. Louis’ potent offense to build a commanding 24-7 halftime lead. Perez orchestrated the attack, scoring a rushing touchdown on the opening drive and later adding a 14-yard passing score late in the first quarter. Although McClendon posted better numbers on paper—153 passing yards, two touchdowns, and a 71% completion rate—the Battlehawks offered a more balanced offensive approach, efficiently finding the end zone through both the air and ground. St. Louis amassed 304 total yards (198 passing, 106 rushing). Jarveon Howard led the rushing attack with 55 yards, while Kylin James contributed 41 yards and two rushing touchdowns. Perez, the team’s third starting quarterback this season, guided the balanced offense to its fifth win in his first start.
What’s next: The Battlehawks return home to host the Houston Gamblers at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday. The Aviators will travel to face the Birmingham Stallions at 1 p.m. ET Sunday on FOX.
Louisville Kings 30, DC Defenders 13
Key performers: Kings quarterback Chandler Rogers completed 17 of 26 passes for 201 yards and two touchdowns. Wide receiver Tarik Black caught five passes for 49 yards and both touchdowns. For the Defenders, Jordan Ta’amu went 18-for-33 for 353 yards and two touchdowns, while Cornell Powell made four receptions for 109 yards.
Game recap: This game showcased why every play matters. DC led 13-3 with 1:50 left in the first half, but Louisville responded with a touchdown on their next possession and then closed the game on a 27-0 run, snapping the Defenders’ five-game winning streak. Rogers’ two touchdown passes both went to Black—a 9-yard score with 43 seconds remaining in the second quarter and a 6-yard touchdown with 7:55 left in the third. Wide receiver Isaiah Winstead led the Kings with 62 receiving yards, while Louisville out-rushed DC 145-89 and recorded four sacks. Despite holding a 414-323 advantage in total yards, the Defenders were undone by a missed first-half field goal and four second-half turnovers.
What’s next: The Kings and Defenders will face off again in Week 8, with kickoff at noon ET on Saturday in Louisville.
Birmingham Stallions 21, Dallas Renegades 17 (OT)
Key performers: Stallions quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson completed 12 of 26 passes for 159 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Jaydon Mickens caught six passes for 82 yards and a touchdown. For the Renegades, Austin Reed went 25-for-27 for 166 passing yards, while Ellis Merriweather ran 14 times for 38 yards and two touchdowns.
Game recap: Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson threw for 159 yards and two touchdowns, and also converted two two-point attempts in overtime to rally Birmingham to a come-from-behind victory. Dallas quarterback Austin Reed was efficient through the air, completing 67.6% of his passes, but ended the game without a passing touchdown.
