The St. Louis Battlehawks have a new quarterback to lead the charge for the 2025 UFL season after signing former TCU standout Max Duggan to an agreement. In another case of following in excellent company, Duggan finds himself joining the Battlehawks in hopes of reestablishing his professional career at St. Louis.

Battlehawks Land Their New Signal-Caller

In a major move for both the franchise and the quarterback, the St. Louis Battlehawks have secured Max Duggan as their new starting quarterback. This signing comes after his release from the Los Angeles Chargers back in August 2023, where he spent time on both the active roster and practice squad after being selected in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Why Duggan Fits in St. Louis

The former TCU standout brings quite the college resume to the Battlehawks:

• Led TCU to the College Football Playoff National Championship game
• 2022 Heisman Trophy runner-up
• Davey O’Brien Award winner
• Career stats: 9,618 passing yards, 73 touchdowns

Following McCarron’s Legacy

Duggan steps into the role formerly held by AJ McCarron, who had a record-setting year with the Battlehawks:

• XFL-record 420 yards and six touchdowns in one game
• 24-touchdown pass season
• 68.8% completion in nine games
• Engineering of multiple dramatic comeback victories

What This Means for St. Louis

The Battlehawks are getting a quarterback who, like McCarron, combines high-level college experience with NFL development time. Duggan’s dual-threat capabilities could add an exciting new dimension to the Battlehawks’ offense and, quite possibly, make him an even more dynamic presence than his predecessor.

Duggan’s Strengths

1. Proven Leadership: Led TCU to unprecedented heights
2. Dual-Threat Ability: Can extend plays and create with his legs
3. Big-Game Experience: Performed in college football’s biggest moments (except the national championship)
4. Development Potential: At 23, still has significant room for growth

Looking Ahead to the 2024 Season

The Battlehawks’ investment in Duggan shows their commitment to maintaining strong quarterback play. For Duggan, this opportunity provides:

• Regular starting experience
• Chance to lead a team with a passionate fanbase
• Platform to showcase his abilities
• Potential pathway back to the NFL

Conclusion

The signing of Max Duggan represents a new exciting chapter for both the quarterback and the St. Louis Battlehawks. As he follows in McCarron’s footsteps, Duggan has the opportunity to write his own success story in St. Louis and potentially use this platform to launch himself back into the NFL, just as McCarron did.

With a strong supporting cast, including one of the most passionate fanbases in the UFL, Duggan has all the ingredients needed to become the next star quarterback of the Battlehawks. The only remaining question is: how high can he and the Battlehawks fly together in 2025?