Columbus Aviators top Houston Gamblers 24-17
The Columbus Aviators defeated the Houston Gamblers 24-17 in a United Football League game on May 1, 2026, improving their season record to 2-5. The win came on Jim Tressel bobblehead night at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus dominated on the ground, outrushing Houston 179-82 and scoring 21 first-half points.
- ▪The Columbus Aviators beat the Houston Gamblers 24-17 on May 1, 2026.
- ▪This was the Aviators' second win of the 2026 UFL season, improving their record to 2-5.
- ▪Columbus outrushed Houston 179-82 and scored 21 points in the first half.
- ▪The game took place at Historic Crew Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Jim Tressel bobblehead night.
- ▪Despite having the worst turnover ratio and allowing the most sacks per game, the Aviators lead the UFL in rushing yards per game and per attempt.
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