Inferno at Nightmares
Phoenix Inferno 33, Nashville Nightmares 13 · XFL FRANCHISE
Final Score
Inferno 33 3 TD · 1 FG · 4 XP
Nightmares 13 2 TD · 0 FG · 1 XPJosh Allen 214 yds passingJahmyr Gibbs 23 yds rushingBrock Bowers 163 yds receivingChase Young 3 tkl defenseTotal yards 221 · 189Passing yards 204 · 155Rushing yards 17 · 34Completions 10/17 · 8/14Yards per carry 17.0 · 4.3Recap
Franchise Hub Beat · 20d ago
In a decisive Week 14 matchup, the Phoenix Inferno topped the Nashville Nightmares with a final score of 33-13. This victory was crucial for the Inferno as they continue to solidify their playoff positioning in the 2027 season.
Leading the charge for Phoenix was quarterback Josh Allen, who threw for 214 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his prowess as a playmaker. Wide receiver Brock Bowers was a standout performer, racking up an impressive 163 receiving yards, providing Allen with a reliable target throughout the game. The Inferno's offense proved too much for the Nightmares to handle, effectively controlling the pace of play.
On the defensive side, the Inferno's pressure was a key factor in the outcome, with Zach Harrison recording two sacks and Chase Young contributing three tackles. Their ability to disrupt the Nightmares' offensive rhythm was evident, especially during a critical stretch in the second quarter when they forced a turnover on downs. This defensive stand shifted momentum firmly in favor of the Inferno, allowing them to maintain a comfortable lead and ultimately seal the victory.
Scoring
| Team | TD | FG | XP | Other | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | 3 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 33 |
| Nightmares | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 13 |
Team Stats
Box Score
| Player | C/A | PCT | YDS | TD | INT | QBR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | ||||||
| Josh AllenQB | 10/17 | 59% | 214 | 3 | 1 | 118.2 |
| Nightmares | ||||||
| Zac BanksQB | 8/14 | 57% | 183 | 1 | 1 | 95.8 |
| Player | ATT | YDS | YPC | YAC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | |||||||
| Brashard SmithHB | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 4 | 0 | 17 | 0 |
| Nightmares | |||||||
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 6 | 23 | 3.8 | 6 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Zac BanksQB | 1 | 8 | 8.0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| Zach CharbonnetHB | 1 | 3 | 3.0 | — | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| Player | REC | YDS | YPR | YAC | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | |||||||
| Brock BowersTE | 6 | 163 | 27.2 | 129 | 3 | 67 | 0 |
| Elijah SarrattWR | 1 | 18 | 18.0 | — | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| Dawson KnoxTE | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 9 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Brashard SmithHB | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 11 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Nightmares | |||||||
| Kayshon BoutteWR | 3 | 89 | 29.7 | 55 | 1 | 57 | 0 |
| Wan'Dale RobinsonWR | 2 | 29 | 14.5 | 8 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| Jahmyr GibbsHB | 1 | 1 | 1.0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | |||||||
| Alec PierceWR | 2 | 64 | 32.0 | 36 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
| George PickensWR | 1 | 14 | 14.0 | 5 | 0 | 14 | 0 |
| Player | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | |||||
| Zach HarrisonDT | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Justin ReidFS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Byron Murphy JrCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nathan SmithCB | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Talanoa HufangaSS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bobby OkerekeMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T.J. ParkerREDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nightmares | |||||
| Fred WarnerMIKE | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tre'von MoehrigFS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Justin RogersDT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Other | |||||
| Chase YoungLEDG | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kenny Moore IICB | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Edgerrin CooperWILL | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| SirVocea DennisMIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ruben BarkerREDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jalen RedmondDT | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Player | FG | XP | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inferno | |||
| Cairo SantosK | 1/1 | 4 | 42 |
| Nightmares | |||
| Andres BorregalesK | 0/0 | 1 | 0 |