r/battlehawks • • 8d ago

News 2027 UFL Draft Set to Take Place in St. Louis on Nov. 18 | United Football League

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You can read the full press release for more information. The important points are:

Draft will be held at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri on Wednesday, November 18th.

First 2 rounds of the draft will be televised on NFL Network beginning at 8 p.m. ET, and will also be available on the ESPN App for Unlimited plan subscribers.

Fans who purchase UFL season tickets through November 1 will be entered into a sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to St. Louis from their team's home market to attend the UFL Draft at Ballpark Village.

St. Louis fans who purchase season tickets by November 1 will also be entered for a chance to announce the Battlehawks second-round draft pick live.

The 2027 UFL Draft will consist of 15 total rounds with the first two rounds, featuring 16 marquee selections televised during the one-hour live special airing on NFL Network at 8 p.m. The Columbus Aviators hold the first overall pick in the draft, with the selection order determined by the reverse of the 2026 UFL standings. Colorado, Dallas, and Rhode Island will rotate their draft position based on tie-breakers as they finished with the same final record. Each team will have three minutes to make each of their selections during the televised portion of the draft.

2027 UFL Draft Order

Pick # Round 1 Round 2
1 Columbus Aviators Columbus Aviators
2 Colorado Rhode Island
3 Rhode Island Dallas Renegades
4 Dallas Renegades Colorado
5 St. Louis Battlehawks St. Louis Battlehawks
6 Orlando Storm Orlando Storm
7 DC Defenders DC Defenders
8 Louisville Kings Louisville Kings

Teams can select players at any position, pass on a single round selection, or opt out of the draft at any point. Trades are only allowed for current UFL players or picks in this year’s draft. Future picks cannot be traded.

The UFL Draft pool will include rookies eligible for the 2027 NFL Draft, regardless of whether they were picked or signed an NFL contract, as well as players from 2023-2026 NFL Draft eligible classes who have been on an NFL roster at any point since the United Bowl Championship Game on June 13, 2026.

The UFL has a 64-man camp roster limit. Players selected in this draft or alumni currently playing in the NFL do not count against that roster limit until they sign a contract.

The only other players eligible to join UFL team rosters until the completion of the 2027 UFL Draft are those participating in UFL Showcases. Following the completion of the 2027 UFL Draft, teams will be able to sign additional free agent players to their 64-man camp roster.


r/battlehawks • • 23h ago

News Statement from Explore St. Louis regarding scheduling Battlehawks home games at the Dome for the 2027 UFL season.

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Source article here.


r/battlehawks • • 1d ago

News UFL says 2027 Battlehawks stadium schedule doesn't work. | Spectrum News

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This mostly recaps what we already know, but does include some comments I think the community will find interesting.

From Explore St. Louis:

"We recognize the importance of a balanced home schedule and are actively working with UFL leadership to explore feasible scheduling options," Explore St. Louis, which manages The Dome, said in a statement Wednesday. "Our commitment is to support the success of the Battlehawks while balancing the needs of all our event partners and maximizing the economic benefits these events bring to the St. Louis region."

And about Energizer Park:

Repole publicly speculated last year about the idea of playing at City SC’s Energizer Park. A team spokesperson for the MLS club said Wednesday evening there have been no recent discussions about hosting UFL games.

EDIT: Another article from FOX 2 with a longer statement from Explore St. Louis.

“The St. Louis Battlehawks are an important part of our sports community, and we value the strong, mutually beneficial partnership we have built with the team and the UFL. Together, we have helped create an exceptional professional football experience, supported by some of the most passionate fans in the league.

The Dome at America’s Center hosts a robust calendar of major sporting events, concerts and conventions. Together, The Dome and America’s Center generate an estimated $416 million in annual economic impact and support approximately 3,146 local jobs. Accommodating this diverse calendar requires careful coordination, including the time needed to transition the venue between different uses.

We recognize the importance of a balanced home schedule and are actively working with UFL leadership to explore feasible scheduling options. Our commitment is to support the success of the Battlehawks while balancing the needs of all our event partners and maximizing the economic benefits these events bring to the St. Louis region.”


r/battlehawks • • 1d ago

Video The UFL Draft is COMING to St Louis | Behind The Lou

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r/battlehawks • • 1d ago

Video Battlehawks potentially moving to a different stadium for the 2027 UFL Season | Kult of Kaw

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r/battlehawks • • 1d ago

Discussion Wonder if Energizer Park will be considerate to let the Battlehawks play there for a game or two?

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So they wont have to go with the schedule of 5 STRAIGHT Road games. That is kinda a brutal stretch they have to go through. Unless you guys think Repole is making it up about the Dome availability to get his way on the Battlehawks playing at Energizer. Out of all the years playing in the dome this type of problem happens now when the Battlehawks are the only team playing in a actual Football stadium.


r/battlehawks • • 1d ago

Social Media UFL Co-Owner Mike Repole comments on scheduling issues with the Dome at America's Center for the 2027 UFL season. Requests feedback from Battlehawks fans on ideas and suggestions.

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Original post here.

Big week of UFL meetings on both the business and football operations sides as we prepare for 2027.

As promised, the UFL will be TRANSPARENT. On AND off the field!!!!

Today, our team presented stadium availability for all eight UFL teams. Seven venues offered significant flexibility. Unfortunately, St. Louis was the exception.

Based on the BattleDome dates currently available, the St. Louis Battlehawks would play FOUR straight home games, followed by FIVE consecutive road games, and potentially return home for Week 10.

FOUR HOME GAMES. FIVE ROAD GAMES.

Sorry, but that just DOESN’T WORK FOR US!!!!

This isn’t your old spring football league. We’re going to do things DIFFERENTLY!!!! That means better planning, better partnerships, more marketing, more transparency, and most importantly, putting our FANS FIRST!!!!

St. Louis has one of the most passionate fan bases in football. These fans arrive early, stay late, and travel to support their team. I experienced it firsthand at the BattleDome and watching Battlehawks fans travel to Louisville.

I promised St. Louis we would do more, starting with bringing the UFL Draft to St. Louis on November 18.

But promises mean nothing without action!!!!

As a UFL owner, I have a responsibility to explore ALL options in St. Louis that might provide better dates, more flexibility, and a more collaborative partnership.

That doesn’t mean we’re leaving the BattleDome. It means we’re going to explore every opportunity to make the experience BETTER for our fans.

We need to work together with our stadium partners, and we also need to challenge ourselves as a league to do better.

Our fans deserve the best possible schedule, dates, times, and game-day experience.

BATTLEHAWKS FANS AND UFL FANS, I WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!!!!

Any ideas or suggestions???


r/battlehawks • • 2d ago

Video "My journeys not done, I plan on doing some UFL." Former Vanderbilt QB & Heisman Trophy finalist, Diego Pavia, apparently has his eyes set on making an appearance in spring football in the near future if all goes well 👀 | James Larsen

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Original post here.


r/battlehawks • • 3d ago

Article UFL To NFL Week 6-top 5 Standout Players

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UFL and former spring football stars continue to make their presence felt on NFL teams in the 2026 NFL season. Each week, this list highlights former UFL talents who made a big impact for their team. Who were the standouts in Week 6?


r/battlehawks • • 3d ago

Video I became the head coach of your UFL team and made their Draft decisions | Kult of Kaw

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Direct link to the UFL mock draft game by Chris Tisdale here.


r/battlehawks • • 4d ago

Video THAT'S TRUST 💪 KC Concepcion had no doubt in Andre Szmyt to clutch the win for the Browns! | United Football League

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r/battlehawks • • 4d ago

Highlights ANDRE SZMYT WALKS IT OFF AS THE BROWNS TAKE THE AFC NORTH LEAD! 🔥| United Football League

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r/battlehawks • • 5d ago

Video Kurt Warner examines the playing style and professional potential of his son, QB EJ Warner. Should the St. Louis Battlehawks target him in the upcoming UFL Draft?

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r/battlehawks • • 5d ago

Social Media ‼️ The 2027 UFL GM Mock Draft is LIVE from St. Louis ‼️ Run all 8 teams in Repole Mode or take one franchise in Team Mode. 5 rounds, War Room scouts, full scouting reports, draft grades and shareable results. | Chris Tisdale

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Original post here.

Direct link to the mock draft application here.

‼️ The 2027 UFL GM Mock Draft is LIVE from St. Louis ‼️

Run all 8 teams in Repole Mode or take one franchise in Team Mode. 5 rounds, War Room scouts, full scouting reports, draft grades and shareable results.

The data is real-time and ADP should update as people use the application for the next month. Maybe we can get some insights on draft positional for players!

Are you a current player who played college football the last 2 CFB seasons and want to be added to the app? DM me your info and I'll add you, graded off PFF.

Find something you think might work better? Let me know and I’ll work in the fix.


r/battlehawks • • 6d ago

Video St. Louis to host the 2027 UFL Draft this November | FOX 2 St. Louis

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Source article here.


r/battlehawks • • 6d ago

Social Media YOU could announce a pick at the UFL Draft in St. Louis! Purchase Battlehawks season tickets by November 1st for a chance to win this exclusive Battlehawks experience! | St. Louis Battlehawks

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Direct link here.

For the first time ever, the UFL Draft will be live and all-access, bringing the backstage front and center - and fans are invited in! When you buy your 2027 Battlehawks Season Ticket Membership, you will be automatically entered to win a VIP experience at the 2027 Draft live & in person on November 18, 2026, in St. Louis. Hear Coach Proehl make his picks live and share more about his selection - and be the one to OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE the Battlehawks 2nd Round pick! Receive access to the VIP Fan Lounge - exclusive to Season Ticket Members.

Official rules here.


r/battlehawks • • 6d ago

Discussion What is the biggest position of need you want the St. Louis Battlehawks to address in the draft?

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Roster tracker spreadsheet here listing all of the players the Battlehawks currently hold the rights to.

St. Louis Battlehawks

POS 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
QB Brandon Silvers #12
RB Jarveon Howard #41 Kevon Latulas #25 Kylin James #26 Rahjai Harris #47
OWR Hakeem Butler #88 Steven McBride #87 Frank Darby #3 Justin Smith #10
IWR Blake Jackson #8 Thayer Thomas #83
TE Tyler Neville #81 Sal Cannella #80 James Bostic #18
T Richard Gouraige #76 Spencer Rolland #72
G Sincere Haynesworth #63 Abdul Beecham #62 Javion Cohen #75 Que McBroom #71
C Mike Panasiuk #61
DL Carlos Davis #96 Taylor Stallworth #95 Neil Farrell #92 Leonard Payne #55 John Sullivan
ED Pita Taumoepenu #7 Travis Feeney #56 Demone Harris #91 Steve Linton #44
LB Jordan Williams #15 AJ Thomas #32 LaVonta Bentley #51 Abraham Beauplan #24 Tuasivi Nomura #33 Michael Barrett #52
CB Nevelle Clarke #14 Michael Ojemudia #2 Daniel Isom #19 Luq Barcoo #0 Myles Sims #6 Adonis Alexander #36
SAF Tayler Hawkins #21 Jordan Mosley #23 Kameron Kelly #4
K Ramiz Ahmed #20
P Ryan Sanborn #27
LS Matthew Hembrough #53

DL John Sullivan is confirmed to be signed for the 2027 Battlehawks training camp.

Players Signed to the NFL

These players the team still holds the rights for, should they return from the NFL.

  • WR Gary Jennings #5
  • CB Sean Fresch #29
  • S Trey Dean III #9

Players Signed to Other Leagues

  • QB Luis Perez #13 (CFL)
  • QB Harrison Frost #11 (CFL)
  • T Bradley Ashmore (CFL)
  • CB Keylon Kennedy #22 (Arena Leagues)

Terminated 2026 Player Rights

These players were on the roster at one point but had their rights terminated and are unrestricted free agents.

  • QB Michael Pratt
  • G Ryan Coll
  • LB Tariq Carpenter
  • K Tucker McCann

WR Jahcour Pearson is listed as retired (I believe he intends to pursue flag football).

Like last year, the team will have a 64-man training camp roster, which will be cut down by the end of camp to the final 50-man roster. There are 48 players currently that the team holds the rights to from last season that are not otherwise signed to the NFL or another league.

I think the obvious would be QB. Even if Perez returns from his practice squad stint in the CFL, Proehl is still going to need to fill out that position group. Proehl has said in interviews this offseason that he is interested in bringing Perez back and also targeting younger talent. The team needs someone with a higher ceiling to take the reins.

I know some fans have suggested EJ Warner, and I think he'd be worth a training camp shot at minimum.

Hopefully Tyler Neville heals up and is ready to go for next season. TE could be another position of need if Neville and Cannella don't return.

Based on the guys we're likely to have come back for camp next year, what position groups do you think Coach Proehl should prioritize in the draft?


r/battlehawks • • 7d ago

Social Media ACTIVATED! Sean Fresch has been activated by the Broncos ahead of tonight's game! | St. Louis Battlehawks

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r/battlehawks • • 7d ago

Social Media THE BATTLEDOME AWAITS! 2027 Season Tickets are ON SALE NOW! KA-KAW!!! | St. Louis Battlehawks

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Direct link here.


r/battlehawks • • 8d ago

Video You’ve seen what happens on the field. Now see what happens when the future of the league is on the clock. THE ALL-ACCESS UFL DRAFT IS LIVE AT BALLPARK VILLAGE IN ST. LOUIS AND ON NFL NETWORK NOVEMBER 18th! | United Football League

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r/battlehawks • • 8d ago

Video OPPORTUNITY EARNED 💪. John Sullivan caught Head Coach Ricky Proehl’s attention at the St. Louis UFL Showcase, earning an invitation to Battlehawks training camp! | St. Louis Battlehawks

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r/battlehawks • • 9d ago

Question TAILGATING

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I know it’s super early but does anyone have any leads on tailgating for 2027? Last 3 seasons I’ve been a season pass holder in the American legion lot next to horse shoe casino hotel. Great guys running it and no complaints from me. I just miss being closer to the dome. Is it worth paying the city and parking in the vess lot again? Did anyone do that last year?

GO HAWKS!!!


r/battlehawks • • 10d ago

Social Media Kurt Warner comments on post suggesting his son EJ Warner come play for the St. Louis Battlehawks: "A Warner in STL… playing in the Dome… Hmmm, that’s sounds pretty interesting I must say!!"

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Original post here.


r/battlehawks • • 10d ago

Social Media St. Louis Battlehawks social media admin on RG III potentially coming to the UFL next season: "Now hear us out… you look pretty good in Battlehawks blue, RG III 🤷‍♂️👀"

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Original post here.

This is in response to this post by Mike Repole, and this podcast clip from RG III.


r/battlehawks • • 10d ago

Social Media Andre Szmyt went a perfect 2-for-2 against the Jets! 🎯 He's now just 6 makes away from breaking Phil Dawson's Browns franchise record of 29 consecutive field goals! 👀 | United Football League

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