League's leading rusher; key in playoff victory over Seattle. Seattle Sea Dragons
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 Offensive Player of the Year; led D.C. to a 9-1 regular season. D.C. Defenders
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
The rivalry culminated in the playoffs at Audi Field. Despite an early lead for Seattle, D.C. scored 21 consecutive points in the second half to win 37–21 and secure a spot in the XFL Championship. Key Players and Stats
D.C. opened the season with a narrow 22–18 win at home, setting the tone for their North Division dominance.
The two teams faced off three times during the 2023 XFL season, with D.C. emerging victorious in every encounter:
