Battlehawks Lead UFL Power Rankings After Week 1

Ricky Proehl, 58, celebrated his first win as head coach of the St. Louis Battlehawks after a 24‑17 victory over the defending champions DC Defenders at the America’s Center. He reflected on his 17‑season NFL career and said the win was “one of the most memorable experiences” of his life.

With the win, the Battlehawks climb to the top of the UFL power rankings for Week 1, while the league’s nine‑week season continues to build toward a spring championship.