Columbus Aviators torched the Birmingham Stallions 36-29, snapping their slide with a fourth-quarter surge.
The Aviators (3-6) gutted out their first win in weeks, outgaining Birmingham 392-273 behind Jalen Morton's dual-threat performance. The Stallions (4-5) couldn't protect a 23-14 halftime lead, managing just six second-half points while their playoff hopes took another hit. With the Birmingham loss the DC Defenders have now clinched a playoff spot.
Box Score
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Birmingham Stallions | 13 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 29 |
Columbus Aviators | 1 | 13 | 7 | 15 | 0 | 36 |
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Game Highlights
Top Performers
Columbus Aviators
Jalen Morton (QB) — 14/30, 213 yds, 3 TD passing; 13 att, 96 yds, 1 TD rushing
John Lovett (RB) — 2 rec, 50 yds, 2 TD
Keke Chism (WR) — 3 rec, 51 yds
Birmingham Stallions
Snoop Conner (RB) — 10 att, 58 yds rushing
Daewood Davis (WR) — 5 rec, 50 yds
Dorian Thompson-Robinson (QB) — 16/35, 157 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT
Team Stats
Stat | Birmingham | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
Total Yards | 273 | 392 |
Passing | 16/35, 157 yds, 1 TD | 14/30, 213 yds, 3 TD |
Rushing | 23 att, 116 yds, 1 TD | 30 att, 179 yds, 1 TD |
Turnovers | 3 | 2 |
Quick Hits
Morton put on a clinic with 309 total yards and four touchdowns, carrying Columbus on both the ground and through the air
Birmingham's defense got picked apart for 392 yards and couldn't generate a single sack
The Stallions' turnover problems continued with three giveaways, including two picks from Thompson-Robinson
What's Next
Columbus Aviators (3-6) — vs Louisville Kings, May 31
Birmingham Stallions (4-5) — vs Houston Gamblers, May 30
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