Game Details
Matchup: Michigan Panthers vs. Birmingham Stallions
Date & Time: Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET
Venue: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, AL
Broadcast: ABC
Game Overview
The Michigan Panthers and Birmingham Stallions face off in a highly anticipated UFL Playoff matchup, with the winner advancing to the UFL Championship Game on June 14. The Stallions enter the game as slight favorites, boasting a 6-4 record against the spread this season. Meanwhile, the Panthers have struggled against Birmingham, going 0-5 in head-to-head matchups since the USFL-XFL merger in 2024.
Key Players to Watch
Birmingham Stallions:
J’Mar Smith – Veteran QB with 759 passing yards, six touchdowns, and a 65% completion rate in four games.
Deon Cain – Leading receiver with 514 yards and six touchdowns on 29 receptions.
Ricky Person Jr. – Key rusher with 309 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 4.1 yards per carry.
Michigan Panthers:
Bryce Perkins – Dual-threat QB with 1,342 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and a 69% completion rate in seven games.
Toa Taua – Dominant running back with 357 rushing yards and six touchdowns.
Malik Turner – Reliable receiver with 40 catches for 365 yards and four touchdowns.
Team Stats & Trends
Birmingham Stallions:
6-4 against the spread this season.
4-4 ATS when favored by at least 1.5 points.
Six of their 10 games have gone over the point total.
Michigan Panthers:
4-6 against the spread this season.
0-1 ATS when playing as at least 1.5-point underdogs.
Six of their 10 games have gone over the point total.
Michigan boasts the UFL’s best offense, averaging 26.4 points per game, but has struggled against Birmingham’s defense. The Stallions’ passing attack and defensive consistency make them slight favorites.
GAME ODDS
Michigan Panthers 44.5
Birmingham Stallions – 1.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 7, 2025
