The United Football League (UFL) heads into Week 4 of the 2024 season with a slate of compelling matchups that promise to deliver more of the exciting football that fans have come to expect. As teams jockey for position and players look to make their mark, the stakes are higher than ever in the UFL’s inaugural season.

The action kicks off on Saturday, April 20, with the Memphis Showboats (1-2) traveling to St. Louis to take on the Battlehawks (2-1) at The Dome at America’s Center. The Battlehawks are coming off an impressive 31-24 victory over the previously unbeaten San Antonio Brahmas, thanks in large part to the play of quarterback A.J. McCarron and big-bodied receiver Hakeem Butler. The Showboats, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from a tough loss to the Birmingham Stallions and get their season back on track. With both teams featuring high-powered offenses, this matchup has all the makings of a shootout.

Speaking of the Birmingham Stallions (3-0), they’ll put their perfect record on the line when they host the D.C. Defenders (2-1) at Protective Stadium on Saturday evening. The Stallions have been the most dominant team in the UFL thus far, ranking first in both scoring offense and defense. Quarterback Adrian Martinez has been a revelation, leading the league in yards per pass attempt and rushing attempt. However, the Defenders are riding high after a thrilling comeback victory over the Arlington Renegades in Week 3, and they’ll be looking to prove they belong among the UFL’s elite. With the Stallions’ relentless pass rush going up against Jordan Ta’amu and the Defenders’ offensive playmakers, this game has the potential to be a classic.

The Michigan Panthers (2-1) will make the trip to San Antonio to face the Brahmas (2-1) in a battle of top contenders. The Panthers are coming off a convincing win over the Houston Roughnecks, thanks in large part to the play of quarterback E.J. Perry and kicker Jake Bates. Perry leads the UFL with four rushing touchdowns, while Bates has been a weapon from long range, converting all five of his field goal attempts, including three from beyond 55 yards. The Brahmas, meanwhile, will be looking to bounce back from their first loss of the season and reassert themselves as one of the league’s best teams. With both teams boasting talented rosters and championship aspirations, this game could have significant playoff implications down the line.

Rounding out the Week 4 slate, the Arlington Renegades (0-3) will travel to Houston to take on the Roughnecks (0-3) in a matchup of winless teams desperate to get their seasons on track. The Renegades have been on the wrong end of two heartbreaking losses in a row, falling victim to the UFL’s innovative fourth-and-12 alternative kickoff rule in Week 3. The Roughnecks, meanwhile, have struggled to find consistency on offense and will need to take better care of the football if they hope to come out on top. With both teams hungry for their first win, expect a hard-fought battle from start to finish.

As the UFL’s inaugural season enters its second half, the excitement continues to build, with fans eagerly anticipating more of the thrilling finishes, standout performances, and innovative rule changes that have made the league a must-watch destination for football enthusiasts. With playoff races beginning to take shape and every game carrying significant weight, the UFL is poised to deliver another unforgettable weekend of gridiron action. So buckle up, #UFLfootball fans, because Week 4 promises to be a wild ride!