#Highlights:
* Max Duggan leads Battlehawks with 3 total touchdowns (1 passing, 2 rushing)
* Hakeem Butler explodes for 124 receiving yards and 2 TDs on just 2 catches
* St. Louis improves to 3-2, keeping pace in competitive XFL Conference
Results
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | TD | T | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICH | 6 | 0 | 8 | 13 | 0 | — | 27 | Loss |
| STL | 3 | 14 | 3 | 12 | 0 | — | 32 | Win |
Game Recap
In a thrilling back-and-forth battle, the St. Louis Battlehawks outlasted the Michigan Panthers 32-27 in Sunday’s UFL action. Max Duggan spearheaded a dynamic Battlehawks offense that scored 12 fourth-quarter points to secure the victory. With the win, St. Louis improves to 3-2, while Michigan drops to 3-2 on the season.
Game Highlights Video
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Panthers vs Battlehawks.
## Battlehawks Performance
The Battlehawks showcased their offensive versatility with Max Duggan delivering an efficient dual-threat performance and Hakeem Butler making game-changing plays in the passing game. St. Louis overcame an early deficit with a strong second quarter and made crucial plays down the stretch to secure the win.
Top Offensive Players:
* Max Duggan: QB – 9/12, 124 yards, 1 TD passing; 10 carries, 70 yards, 2 TDs rushing
* Hakeem Butler: WR – 2 receptions, 124 yards, 2 TDs
* Jacob Saylors: RB – 12 carries, 49 yards; 2 receptions, 23 yards
* Blake Jackson: WR/QB – 1/1, 57 yards, 1 TD passing; 2 receptions, 16 yards
* Jake Sutherland: TE – 2 receptions, 21 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Willie Harvey Jr.: LB – 7 tackles
* Travis Feeney: LB – 5 tackles
* Lukas Denis: S – 5 tackles, 1 sack
* Nate Meadors: DB – 5 tackles
* Qwynnterrio Cole: S – 4 tackles
Panthers Performance
Despite the loss, Michigan showed offensive spark behind Bryce Perkins’ efficient passing and Toa Taua’s ground attack. The Panthers built an early lead and mounted a late comeback effort, but couldn’t overcome St. Louis’ fourth-quarter surge.
Top Offensive Players:
* Bryce Perkins: QB – 21/25, 235 yards, 2 TDs
* Siaosi Mariner: WR – 6 receptions, 111 yards
* Toa Taua: RB – 15 carries, 74 yards, 2 TDs; 2 receptions, 18 yards
* Malik Turner: WR – 8 receptions, 71 yards, 1 TD
* Samson Nacua: WR – 3 receptions, 46 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Arnold Tarpley III: DB – 6 tackles
* Kedrick Whitehead Jr.: S – 5 tackles
* Kenny Willekes: DE – 4 tackles, 1 sack
* Frank Ginda: LB – 3 tackles, 1 sack
* Akeem Dent: DB – 3 tackles
UFL Scores and Standings
With this result, the Battlehawks improve to 3-2, maintaining their position in the competitive XFL Conference where the DC Defenders (3-1) and Arlington Renegades (3-1) currently lead the way. The Panthers fall to 3-2 but remain tied with the Birmingham Stallions (3-2) atop the USFL Conference standings. The Houston Roughnecks (1-3) and Memphis Showboats (1-4) round out the USFL Conference, while the San Antonio Brahmas (1-3) sit at the bottom of the XFL Conference.
St. Louis demonstrated resilience and playmaking ability in this crucial conference matchup, with Duggan’s dual-threat capabilities and Butler’s explosive receiving providing the difference. Michigan will need to regroup quickly to maintain their position in the USFL Conference race.
Will Duggan and Butler continue their electric connection as the Battlehawks push for playoff positioning? Can the Panthers bounce back from this tough loss to regain their momentum in the USFL Conference? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
