Key players: RB Jacob Saylors, WR Hakeem Butler, LB Willie Harvey Jr.
In 2024, Saylors led all UFL running backs in rushing with 460 yards, Butler led the UFL in receiving yards with 652, and Harvey Jr. led the UFL in tackles. Saylors, Butler, and Harvey were named to the 2024 All-UFL team, as were offensive linemen Jaryd Jones-Smith and Mike Panasiuk. All five return for the Battlehawks, which should help as the team searches for a new quarterback.
Head coach Anthony Becht returns for his third season coaching the Battlehawks after leading St. Louis to a 7-3 record last year. He spent 11 seasons as a tight end in the NFL with five teams after being selected by the Jets in the first round of the 2000 NFL draft.