UFL Week 3: Orlando Storm Edge Louisville Kings in OT Thriller

The Orlando Storm improved to 3-0 on Friday, April 10, 2026, after defeating the Louisville Kings 29-27 in an overtime contest at Lynn Family Stadium in Kentucky. The victory maintained the Storm’s perfect start to the season, while the Kings fell to 0-3 under coach Chris Redman.

Overtime Penalty Decides Outcome

The game was decided by a specific United Football League overtime rule regarding defensive penalties. In the UFL, teams alternate two-point conversion attempts from the 5-yard line. After three attempts each remained tied, the game entered a sudden-death round.

The Orlando Storm were awarded two points and the victory after the Louisville Kings committed their second defensive penalty of the overtime period. According to league rules, a second live-ball foul by the defense during overtime results in an automatic successful try for the offense. This regulation is intended to discourage defenses from intentionally fouling to prevent the opposing team from scoring.

The conclusion of the game led to a volatile atmosphere at Lynn Family Stadium, where fans reacted to the overtime ruling by throwing trash onto the field.

Game Recap

The Storm controlled the clock early on Friday, April 10, 2026, with an opening drive lasting nearly eight minutes, though it ended in a missed field goal. The Kings responded with a drive of their own, scoring a field goal to take a 3-0 lead in the first quarter.

Orlando regained the lead in the second quarter with a touchdown, making the score 7-3. The two teams traded field goals for the remainder of the half, leading to a 10-6 advantage for the Storm at halftime.

The second half featured increased scoring, with five touchdowns recorded across the final two quarters. Three of those touchdowns occurred in the third quarter, including two for Louisville, which allowed the Kings to enter the fourth quarter with a 20-17 lead.

The Storm tied the game in the fourth quarter with a field goal from 40 yards. Following a costly turnover on downs by the Kings at midfield, Orlando quarterback Jack Plummer led a 52-yard drive in three plays to score a touchdown, giving the Storm a 27-20 lead.

Louisville remained competitive until the final moments of regulation, scoring with 1:12 remaining to tie the game at 27-27 and force the overtime period.

Player Performances

Jack Plummer led the Storm’s offense, completing 21 of 34 passes for 250 yards and three touchdowns. Wide receiver Chris Rowland contributed 113 yards on 9 receptions and one touchdown, while KJ Hamler added 74 yards and one touchdown on three catches.

For the Kings, Jason Bean threw for 352 yards and three touchdowns, completing 23 of 46 attempts. Isaiah Winstead was a primary target with 114 yards on seven receptions, and tight end Zach Davidson caught four passes for 79 yards and two touchdowns.

UFL Week 3 Schedule

The remainder of the Week 3 slate continues with the following matchups:

• Saturday, April 11, 2026: The Houston Gamblers (1-1) face the DC Defenders (1-1) at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.
• Sunday, April 12, 2026: The Columbus Aviators (0-2) play the Dallas Renegades (2-0) at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
• Sunday, April 12, 2026: The St. Louis Battlehawks (1-1) host the Birmingham Stallions (1-1) at The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis.

Week 4 Outlook

Looking ahead to Week 4, the Louisville Kings will travel to face the Houston Gamblers on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

The Columbus Aviators and Dallas Renegades will meet for a second consecutive week on Friday, April 17, 2026, with the Aviators hosting.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the DC Defenders will host the St. Louis Battlehawks in the afternoon, followed by a night game where the Orlando Storm travel to play the Birmingham Stallions.