Colts Sign Battlehawks Center Mike Panasiuk

One of St. Louis’ fan favorites is off to the NFL. After two years of honing his craft and completing his transition from Defensive Line to Center, Panasiuk was finally rewarded with an NFL opportunity this time with the Indianapolis Colts.

Mike P was one of the @XFLBattlehawks standout and fan favorites over the past two seasons.

After transitioning from DL to Center Panasuik earned All-XFL honors and was considered a top center in 2024 in @TheUFL.

He now becomes the 6th Battlehawk to sign an @NFL deal in 2024.… https://t.co/LMPhN9X7gA

— Pat R (@ByPatRifino) August 18, 2024

Panasiuk was a free agent signing after 2020 XFL Alum Jon Toth decided to not report to camp. With Panasiuk recently beginning his transition to Center, the former Michigan State Defensive Tackle, would start all 10 games in 2023 for St. Louis, earning All-XFL honors. Panasiuk would remain with St. Louis in 2024 once again starting all 10 games for the Battlehawks again earning All-UFL honors in 2024.

A staple of St. Louis and the fan base, Panasiuk has been one of the more consistent figure for the Battlehawks since their return in 2023. He now becomes the 6th player to earn an NFL opportunity from St. Louis. Currently Five Battlehawks remain on NFL rosters, with 14 signing LOI’s for the 2025 season.