D.C. Defenders post record-setting stats
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Shannon Harris, a former quarterback at Tennessee State University, made history Saturday night by becoming the first HBCU graduate to coach a team to a professional sports championship. Harris led the DC Defenders to a record-breaking 58-34 victory over the Michigan Panthers in the 2025 UFL Championship Game.
Former New England Patriots offensive lineman Yasir Durant thrived in the UFL this past season. Durant was one of two former Patriots offensive linemen to start Saturday’s UFL Championship Game, which saw the DC Defenders blowout the Michigan Panthers.
Shannon Harris took over the Defenders six days before the 2025 UFL season. His success in the role hasn't surprised his long-time mentor, Fred Kaiss.