UFL Game Preview: Birmingham Stallions (6-3) vs. Memphis Showboats (2-7)

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Game Overview

This matchup carries significant playoff implications, as the Stallions look to maintain their strong position in the standings while the Showboats fight to stay in contention. Birmingham enters the game with momentum after a 26-22 victory over the Michigan Panthers, while Memphis is coming off a 30-12 loss to the Arlington Renegades.

Team Comparisons

CategoryBirmingham StallionsMemphis Showboats
Record6-32-7
Points Per Game22.015.4
Points Allowed17.622.2
Total Yards Per Game309.8243.1
Rushing Yards Per Game104.485.2
Passing Yards Per Game205.4157.9

The Stallions have been strong defensively, allowing just 17.6 points per game, while Memphis has struggled to contain opponents, giving up 22.2 points per game.

Key Players to Watch

Birmingham Stallions

J’Mar Smith (QB) – 632 passing yards, 5 TDs, 1 INT, 61.9% completion rate.

Ricky Person Jr. (RB) – 267 rushing yards, 3 TDs.

Deon Cain (WR) – 491 receiving yards, 6 TDs.

Memphis Showboats

Jonathan Adams (WR) – 418 receiving yards, 2 TDs.

Dresser Winn (QB) – 721 passing yards, 3 TDs, 2 INTs, 58.8% completion rate.

Vinny Papali (WR) – Key red-zone target.

Matchup Breakdown

Stallions’ Defense vs. Showboats’ Offense – Birmingham has allowed 274.8 yards per game, while Memphis averages 243.1 yards per game. The Showboats will need to find ways to break through the Stallions’ tough defensive front.

Rushing Attack – Birmingham has a strong ground game, averaging 104.4 rushing yards per game, while Memphis has struggled with 85.2 rushing yards per game.

Turnovers & Efficiency – Smith has been more productive than Winn, but his 61.9% completion rate could be a concern against a disciplined Showboats defense.

GAME ODDS

Birmingham Stallions                    – 6.5

Memphis Showboats                     39

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025

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