As the interim head coach, Shannon Harris led the DC Defenders to win the 2025 UFL Championship against the Michigan Panthers ...

ARLINGTON, TX – July 23, 2025 – Shannon Harris, who guided the DC Defenders to the 2025 UFL Championship, has been promoted to head coach of the team after serving as interim head coach throughout the ...

What's clear is that Harris has become one of the most compelling coaching figures in football-at both the professional and ...

It was an unforgettable journey, but one that got off to a shaky start. A little bit of advice and got a long way. In the case of the DC Defenders, it took them all the way to the 2025 UFL ...

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.

Where Harris lands will be one of the top storylines to keep an eye on this offseason. Here’s a look at the other big themes from Saturday's title game and the 2025 UFL season overall.