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D.C. Defenders to Host Louisville Kings in 2026 UFL United Bowl
The D.C. Defenders will defend their title against the Louisville Kings on Saturday after both teams won their semifinals. The game kicks off at 3 p.m. ET at Audi Field.
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C. C. CBS Sports reported that both teams advanced by winning their respective semifinals last weekend.
D.C. Defenders finished the regular season at 5-5 after losing their final four games. The last two of those losses came against the Orlando Storm, who finished 8-2. C. 5-point road underdog.
The Louisville Kings finished 6-4 and defeated the St. 5-point road underdogs. The matchup will feature the Kings traveling to face the Defenders at home.
C. 5 points. 5 and is leaning toward the Over.
Hunt stated that both teams are playing good ball heading into the game. He noted that the Defenders played their best game in more than a month in the semifinal against Orlando. Hunt also said the matchup between the Defenders' secondary and the Kings' receiving corps will be the battle to watch.
Hunt added that it is imperative for the Kings to get their run game going. He stated that Louisville quarterback Chandler Rogers has been outstanding and is playing like an Offensive Player of the Year candidate. On defense, Hunt said coordinator Jamie Sharper has led a unit that can get pressure with MVP candidate Cam Gill.
Hunt said he expects a lot of points and excitement as the Defenders look to defend their crown at home. He said he likes the Kings' offensive consistency just a bit more. Hunt's record on NFL bets over the past three seasons is 132-111-2.
