D.C. opened the season with a narrow 22–18 win at home, setting the tone for their North Division dominance.
In one of the most thrilling games of the season, the Defenders survived a last-minute comeback attempt by the Sea Dragons to win 34–33 in Seattle. XFL: Defenders - Sea Dragons
XFL Offensive Player of the Year; led D.C. to a 9-1 regular season. D.C. Defenders XFL Offensive Player of the Year; led D
The two teams faced off three times during the 2023 XFL season, with D.C. emerging victorious in every encounter: Defenders The two teams faced off three times
The story of the D.C. Defenders and the Seattle Sea Dragons is defined by a fierce 2023 rivalry where the Defenders consistently acted as the Sea Dragons' final hurdle. Throughout the season, D.C. managed a clean sweep over Seattle, winning all three of their high-stakes matchups. The 2023 Rivalry