United Football League Announces Week 8 Players of the Week
The United Football League has announced its Week 8 Players of the Week, honoring standout performances from quarterback Jack Plummer, linebacker Tae Crowder, and kicker Tanner Brown.
- Offensive Player of the Week (presented by Progressive): Jack Plummer, QB, Orlando Storm
- Defensive Player of the Week (presented by NOBULL): Tae Crowder, LB, Birmingham Stallions
- Special Teams Player of the Week (presented by Dynasty Financial Partners): Tanner Brown, K, Louisville Kings
Jack Plummer Leads Orlando to Playoff Berth
Quarterback Jack Plummer delivered another standout performance in Orlando’s victory, accounting for 308 total yards and two touchdowns.
Plummer completed 24-of-36 passes for 238 yards while adding 70 rushing yards, including a 71-yard touchdown run, the longest rushing play in the UFL this season.
The win made Orlando the first team in the league to clinch a playoff berth, while Plummer now leads the UFL in total offense with 1,884 yards.
Tae Crowder Anchors Birmingham Defense
Linebacker Tae Crowder powered Birmingham’s defense in a 14-3 victory over the Columbus Aviators.
Crowder recorded 11 tackles, two tackles for loss, an interception, and a pass breakup, helping hold Columbus to just three points.
Despite missing time earlier this season due to injury, Crowder continues to lead the UFL with 64 tackles.
Tanner Brown Makes UFL History
Louisville kicker Tanner Brown played a crucial role in the Kings’ 33-30 win over the DC Defenders, connecting on all four field goal attempts.
Brown drilled a 60-yard field goal worth four points, becoming just the second player in the UFL this season to convert a four-point kick.
He finished with 15 total points, all critical in Louisville’s first home victory of the season. Brown now leads the league with 82 points, while his 22 made field goals have tied the UFL single-season record.
Source: UFL
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