The team was coached by Darren Arbet and played their home games at the SAP Center at San Jose.
The SaberCats qualified for the playoffs with a 13–5 record, but were eliminated by the top seeded Arizona Rattlers in the conference semifinals by a 59–49 score.
Fullbacks Wide receivers Defensive linemen Linebackers Defensive backs Kickers League suspension Recallable reassignment Refuse to report Other league exempt Inactive Reserve Rookies in italics Roster updated August 2, 2013 24 Active, 18 Inactive z - Clinched division and conference's best record x - Clinched playoff berth The SaberCats began the season by visiting the San Antonio Talons on March 23.
Their first home game was against the Orlando Predators on March 29.
They closed the regular season at home against the Chicago Rush on July 27.