The St. Louis Battlehawks continue to churn out roster moves this month. In their latest batch, C Mike Panasiuk and S Nate Meadors return to The Lou – strengthening both sides of the football for this organization.
The #UFL has announced the following transactions pic.twitter.com/QUKZZGS6E6
— UFL Communications Department (@UFL_PR) December 9, 2024
C Mike Panasiuk
One of the pride and joys of this St. Louis Battlehawks organization the past two seasons has been their offensive line play. Led by Center Mike Panasiuk, the Battlehawks have had some elite performances at the position.
Mike Panasiuk is a player who has a unique story – which is a staple for spring football athletes. Mike was a defensive lineman, but made the move to the offensive line with St. Louis. He ended up starting all ten games for the Battlehawks in the 2023 season at center, earning All-XFL honors that season.
“Get down and dirty baby” 😅@XFLBattlehawks OL Mike Panasiuk is out here with no undershirt on. pic.twitter.com/oWCfn9jeRr
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) February 24, 2023
It was a similar scene for Panasiuk this year, as he once again started in every game at center for the Battlehawks. St. Louis had an electric offense, with RB Jacob Saylors earning All-UFL honors – which wouldn’t have been possible without the high level of play from guys like Panasiuk on the offensive line.
Mike was named to the All-UFL team this season, after another impressive campaign in St. Louis. This led to an NFL opportunity with the Indianapolis Colts, where he spent the preseason. Now, Panasiuk returns to St. Louis for a third straight season; which is excellent news for this franchise.
S Nate Meadors
Nate Meadors is back in Battlehawk blue. Meadors, just like recently re-signed S Lukas Denis, was a key piece to this St. Louis defense in 2023.
Nate Meadors made an incredible INT for the @XFLBattlehawks, putting St. Louis in excellent field position.
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