I have a 2013 F150 XLT with the 5.0 liter V8 engine which I really like and have used for towing an enclosed snowmobile trailer. I would buy one like it again. However, I would stay away from the 6-cylinder Eco Boost engine. I have heard there have been problems with those.
Congratulations on a great hunt and trophy. I don't think there is anything much more satisfying than working up a load for a rifle and then shooting an animal you have previously identified and targeted via trail cameras. Well done!