The Memphis Showboats and Michigan Panthers are set to clash in Week 4 of the UFL season on Friday, April 18, at Ford Field. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as they continue their campaigns, with Michigan entering as the 7-point favorite.
Game Details
- Matchup: Memphis Showboats (0-3) vs. Michigan Panthers (2-1)
- Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Location: Ford Field, Detroit, MI
- TV Broadcast: FOX Sports
Team Breakdown
Michigan Panthers
- Record: 3-0 in previous matchups vs. Memphis
- Key Players:
- Bryce Perkins (QB) – 488 passing yards, 69.2% completion rate, 2 TDs, 2 INTs
- Siaosi Mariner (WR) – 11 receptions, 133 yards
- Samson Nacua (WR) – 4 receptions, 70 yards, 1 TD
- Jonathan Adams (WR) – 20 receptions, 263 yards, 1 TD
- Strengths: Michigan has been efficient offensively, averaging 21.3 points per game, while Memphis has allowed 20.3 points per game. Their defense has also been solid, giving up just 258.3 yards per game.
Memphis Showboats
- Record: 0-3 in previous matchups vs. Michigan
- Key Players:
- E.J. Perry (QB) – 418 passing yards, 63.1% completion rate, 2 TDs, 4 INTs
- Kwamie Lassiter II (WR) – 10 receptions, 95 yards, 1 TD
- Strengths: Memphis has been competitive in close games, but their offense has struggled, averaging 13.7 points per game, which is 5.0 fewer than Michigan’s defense allows. Their defense has given up 108.7 rushing yards per game, which is close to Michigan’s rushing average of 110.0 yards per game.
Game Outlook
The Panthers have historically dominated this matchup, winning all three previous meetings. Memphis has struggled to close out games, often falling short in the final minutes. Michigan’s offense, led by Bryce Perkins, has been efficient, while Memphis will need E.J. Perry to limit turnovers and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
With Michigan favored by 7 points, the Showboats will need a strong defensive performance to keep the game close. If Perry can find rhythm early and Memphis’ defense steps up, they could pull off an upset.
Memphis Showboats 35.5
Michigan Panthers – 7
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 17, 2025
