Dallas Renegades vs Columbus Aviators Picks and Predictions for Friday April 17 2026
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The Dallas Renegades travel to face the Columbus Aviators at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on Friday, April 17, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 8:00 PM. At the time of this writing, TV coverage was not listed, but the Renegades enter as 5.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -276, while the Aviators are listed at +225. The total for this matchup is set at 47.5 points, with the over and under both available. This contest features a dominant undefeated team taking on a squad still searching for its first win of the season. Encourage readers to check out free UFL Picks.
Renegades Bringing Perfect Form into Columbus
Dallas enters this matchup with a perfect 3-0 record and has been dominant throughout the early part of the season. Their recent performances include wins over Columbus, St. Louis, and Houston, consistently putting up strong offensive numbers while also controlling games defensively. Their most recent outing was a win over Columbus, continuing their unbeaten streak and reinforcing their position at the top of the standings.
From a statistical standpoint, Dallas has been one of the most balanced teams in the league. They are averaging 31.7 points per game while allowing just 18.3 points per game. Offensively, they have produced 245.7 passing yards and 80.7 rushing yards per game. Defensively, they have limited opponents to 211.0 passing yards and just 54.3 rushing yards per game, showing strong control against the run.
A key strength for Dallas has been their defensive efficiency, particularly against the run. Allowing just 54.3 rushing yards per game puts them in a strong position to control the tempo and force opponents into less favorable situations.
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Aviators Still Searching for a Breakthrough
Columbus comes into this contest with an 0-3 record and is still looking for its first win of the season. The Aviators have recently lost to Dallas, DC, and Orlando, struggling to maintain consistency on both sides of the ball. Their most recent loss came against Dallas, where they were competitive but unable to close the gap late in the game.
Offensively, Columbus is averaging 21.7 points per game, significantly lower than their opponent. They have produced 176.7 passing yards and 118.3 rushing yards per game, showing a heavier reliance on the ground attack. Defensively, the Aviators have allowed 31.7 points per game, along with 149.7 passing yards and 150.7 rushing yards per game, indicating challenges in limiting opposing offenses.
One of the biggest weaknesses for Columbus has been their defensive struggles. Allowing 31.7 points per game, combined with difficulty stopping the run, has made it challenging for them to stay competitive in games.
Dallas Renegades vs Columbus Aviators Picks and Prediction
Dallas Renegades vs Columbus Aviators Pick
Pick: Dallas Renegades -5.5
Dallas enters this matchup with clear advantages in both offensive and defensive production. Their ability to score over 30 points per game while limiting opponents to under 20 points creates a strong gap compared to Columbus. With a previous win over the Aviators and consistent performance across all three games, Dallas is well-positioned to cover the spread in this matchup.
Dallas Renegades vs Columbus Aviators Total Pick
Pick: Over 47.5
I am leaning toward the over in this game because Dallas has consistently put up high scoring outputs, averaging 31.7 points per game. Columbus, while inconsistent, has still shown the ability to contribute offensively. Given Dallas’ scoring pace and Columbus’ defensive struggles, this game has the potential to exceed the total.
Final Score Prediction: Dallas Renegades 31 – Columbus Aviators 20
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