The team was coached by Kevin Guy and played their home games at the US Airways Center.
With a 15–3 record, the Rattlers won their fourth consecutive division title to qualify for the playoffs.
The Rattlers successfully defended their championship in ArenaBowl XXVI by once again defeating the Philadelphia Soul by a 48–39 score to win their fourth ArenaBowl championship in franchise history.
Fullbacks Wide receivers Defensive linemen Defensive backs Kickers League Suspended Refuse to Report Other League Exempt Inactive reserve Recallable reassignment rookies in italics Roster updated August 7, 2013 23 Active, 13 Inactive z - Clinched division and conference's best record x - Clinched playoff berth The Rattlers began the season at home against the Philadelphia Soul on March 23 in a rematch of ArenaBowl XXV.
They closed the regular season on the road against the Iowa Barnstormers on July 27.