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UFL Season Kickoff: Renegades, Stallions, Storm, Battlehawks Win

4/2/2026

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Eight teams competed as the UFL began its 2026 regular season in Week 1.
The Dallas Renegades defeated the Houston Gamblers 36-17 to top the standings, and Austin Reed was named the Most Important Player in the Universe (MIPITU) for his record-setting performance.
The Birmingham Stallions edged the Louisville Kings 15-13.
The Orlando Storm beat the Columbus Aviators 23-16.
The St. Louis Battlehawks defeated the DC Defenders 16-10.

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Story summary

Eight teams competed as the UFL began its 2026 regular season in Week 1.
The Dallas Renegades defeated the Houston Gamblers 36-17 to top the standings, and Austin Reed was named the Most Important Player in the Universe (MIPITU) for his record-setting performance.
The Birmingham Stallions edged the Louisville Kings 15-13.
The Orlando Storm beat the Columbus Aviators 23-16.
The St. Louis Battlehawks defeated the DC Defenders 16-10.