Birmingham's playoff hopes hang by a thread as they host Houston in a must-win finale.
This Week's UFL Schedule
Houston Gamblers at Birmingham Stallions
When | Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET |
Where | Protective Stadium, Birmingham |
TV | ESPN2 |
Line | Birmingham Stallions -4 | O/U 44 |
Coach A.J. McCarron called last week's loss "heartbreak" as Birmingham (4-5) now needs a miracle to make the playoffs. The Stallions must beat Houston and hope Columbus upsets Louisville to sneak into the postseason. Houston (3-6) is already eliminated but could play spoiler after Kevin Sumlin admitted his quarterback carousel derailed their season with "6 or 7 different quarterbacks" starting games.
Players to Watch:
Jaydon Mickens (Stallions, WR) — Birmingham's top target with 41 catches for 545 yards needs a big game in the finale.
Marcus Yarns (Gamblers, RB) — Houston's leading rusher with 345 yards could control the clock and keep Birmingham's offense off the field.
Hunter Dekkers (Gamblers, QB) — The veteran signal-caller returns from injury to face a desperate Birmingham defense.
Pick: Birmingham 24-17. The Stallions' playoff desperation trumps Houston's quarterback chaos at home.
UFL Standings
Team | W | L | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Orlando Storm | 7 | 2 | 203 | 163 |
St. Louis Battlehawks | 6 | 4 | 212 | 197 |
Louisville Kings | 5 | 4 | 223 | 192 |
DC Defenders | 5 | 4 | 258 | 195 |
Birmingham Stallions | 4 | 5 | 177 | 203 |
Dallas Renegades | 4 | 6 | 224 | 259 |
3 | 6 | 189 | 217 | |
Houston Gamblers | 3 | 6 | 163 | 223 |
Quick Hits
Houston's quarterback instability has been the story of their disappointing season with multiple starters throughout the year.
Jaydon Mickens could be a solid DFS play as Birmingham's clear top receiving option in a must-win spot.
Birmingham coach A.J. McCarron faces his biggest test yet with the team's season on the line at home.
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