Arlington Renegades lose to Houston Roughnecks 23-14

HOUSTON, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 26: De'Veon Smith #2 of the Arlington Renegades runs with the ball as A.J. Hendy #29 of the Houston Roughnecks attempts a tackle during the first half at TDECU Stadium on February 26, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Le

The Arlington Renegades’ offense stalled out during the team’s first loss of the XFL season. 

Arlington played Houston for Week 2 on Sunday.

The Roughnecks took an early lead, but the Renegades turned two turnovers into 14 points.

Those were the only points the Renegades scored.

The Roughnecks – led by former Dallas Cowboys Coach Wade Phillips – shut out the Renegades in the second half and won 23-14.

Arlington hosts Orlando next week.