# UFL Scores Today: Michigan Panthers 44, Birmingham Stallions 29 - Panthers End Stallions Championship Quest

- Author: Mark Perry
- Published: 2025-06-09T02:40:02Z
- Updated: 2026-07-09T17:07:36Z
- Categories: UFL (ufl), Michigan Panthers (michigan-panthers), Scores (scores), Birmingham Stallions (birmingham-stallions)
- Canonical URL: https://uflnewshub.com/ufl/ufl-scores-today-michigan-panthers-44-birmingham-stallions-29-panthers-end-stallions-championship-quest

## Highlights:

- Bryce Perkins threw for 238 yards with 1 TD and ran for 34 yards with 1 TD
- [Toa Taua](https://uflnewshub.com/player/toa-taua-31099) rushed for 85 yards and 3 touchdowns on 21 carries
- Michigan advances to first UFL Championship game, snapping 7-game losing streak vs Birmingham

## Game Recap:

The [Michigan Panthers](https://uflnewshub.com/team/michigan-panthers/) defeated the Birmingham Stallions 44-29 in the USFL Conference Championship at Protective Stadium, ending Birmingham's quest for a fourth consecutive spring football title. The Panthers (7-4) controlled the game from start to finish, outgaining Birmingham 371-303 in total yards while forcing three turnovers. This marks Michigan's first victory over the Stallions (7-4) since 2022 and their first-ever [UFL](https://uflnewshub.com/ufl) Championship game appearance.

## Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Michigan Panthers vs [Birmingham Stallions](https://uflnewshub.com/team/birmingham-stallions).

## Michigan Panthers Performance:

The Panthers executed a complete team effort on both sides of the ball, controlling possession for 34:39 compared to Birmingham's 25:21.

**Top Offensive Players:**

[Bryce Perkins](https://uflnewshub.com/player/bryce-perkins/): QB - 20/25, 238 yards, 1 passing TD, 34 rushing yards, 1 rushing TD  
Toa Taua: RB - 21 carries, 85 yards, 3 TDs  
Malik Turner: WR - 6 catches, 99 yards, 1 TD (76-yard score)  
Cole Hikutini: TE - 6 catches, 53 yards  
[Jaylon Moore](https://uflnewshub.com/player/jaylon-moore-33174): WR - 4 catches, 28 yards

**Top Defensive Players:**

[Kai Nacua](https://uflnewshub.com/player/kai-nacua-30944): FS - 6 tackles, 1 interception (25-yard pick-six), 2 passes defended  
Arnold Tarpley III: FS - 3 tackles, 1 interception, 3 passes defended  
Noah Dawkins: LB - 5 tackles, 1 TFL  
Taylor Stallworth: DT - 2 tackles, 1 sack, 1 forced fumble  
Kedrick Whitehead Jr.: SAF - 5 tackles

## Birmingham Stallions Performance:

The Stallions struggled with turnovers and inconsistent quarterback play, losing their first playoff game under coach Skip Holtz.

**Top Offensive Players:**

[Matt Corral](https://uflnewshub.com/player/matt-corral/): QB - 12/25, 147 yards, 2 TDs, 18 rushing yards  
J'Mar Smith: QB - 4/10, 102 yards, 1 TD (18-yard score)  
C.J. Marable: RB - 8 carries, 28 yards, 1 TD  
Deon Cain: WR - 6 catches, 124 yards  
Jordan Thomas: TE - 3 catches, 39 yards, 2 TDs

**Top Defensive Players:**

Steven Gilmore: CB - 8 tackles, 1 forced fumble  
Myjai Sanders: DE - 6 tackles  
Perrion Winfrey: DT - 4 tackles, 1 sack, 1 TFL  
Tre Norwood: CB - 5 tackles  
Tae Crowder: LB - 6 tackles

The Panthers controlled the game with balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defense that forced three Birmingham turnovers. Michigan quarterback Bryce Perkins hit Malik Turner for a 76-yard touchdown pass and also contributed with his legs, including a 29-yard scramble on third-and-18. Toa Taua provided the ground game with three rushing touchdowns, including a fourth-quarter score that extended Michigan's lead to 12 points. **What impressed you most about the Panthers' performance in ending Birmingham's championship run? Can Michigan continue this momentum in the UFL Championship game?** What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.

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