Highlights:
* Dresser Winn led Memphis with 235 passing yards and a touchdown in the Showboats' first road victory
* Dee Anderson caught 4 passes for 93 yards and a crucial touchdown for Memphis
* Showboats improve to 1-4 while Birmingham Stallions drop to 3-2 in the USFL Conference
Game Recap
The Memphis Showboats secured their first win of the 2025 UFL season with a dramatic 24-20 overtime victory against the Birmingham Stallions at Protective Stadium. After trailing for much of the game, the Stallions mounted a fourth-quarter comeback to force overtime, but Memphis ultimately prevailed to improve to 1-4 while Birmingham falls to 3-2.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Showboats vs Stallions.
Memphis Showboats Performance
The Showboats came out strong, building an early 17-3 lead through three quarters before withstanding Birmingham's late rally. Quarterback Dresser Winn was efficient throughout, completing 17 of 29 passes for 235 yards and a touchdown with no interceptions.
Top Offensive Players:
* Dresser Winn: QB - 17/29, 235 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT
* Deneric Prince: RB - 12 carries, 59 yards; 1 reception, 6 yards
* Dee Anderson: WR - 4 receptions, 93 yards, 1 TD
* Kwamie Lassiter II: WR - 5 receptions, 65 yards
* Isaiah Washington: WR - 5 receptions, 42 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Andrew Dowell: LB - 5 tackles
* Steele Chambers: LB - 5 tackles
* Eli Walker: DB - 5 tackles, 1 interception
* P.J. Hall: DL - 3 tackles, 1 sack
* Mark Gilbert: DB - 3 tackles
Birmingham Stallions Performance
The Stallions struggled offensively for most of the game before finding their rhythm in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Case Cookus showed flashes of brilliance with his arm and legs, but an interception proved costly in the close contest.
Top Offensive Players:
* Case Cookus: QB - 15/33, 145 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT; 6 carries, 83 rushing yards
* Ricky Person Jr.: RB - 8 carries, 41 yards
* Deon Cain: WR - 5 receptions, 50 yards
* C.J. Marable: RB - 8 carries, 24 yards; 4 receptions, 21 yards
* Jordan Thomas: TE - 1 reception, 33 yards, 1 TD
Top Defensive Players:
* Madre Harper: DB - 3 tackles
* Steven Gilmore: DB - 3 tackles
* Tre Norwood: DB - 3 tackles
* Chapelle Russell: LB - 3 tackles
* DeMarquis Gates: LB - 3 tackles
UFL Scores and Standings Update
With this result, the UFL standings continue to take shape in week 5. In the USFL Conference, the Michigan Panthers lead with a 3-1 record, followed by the Birmingham Stallions at 3-2. The Houston Roughnecks sit at 1-3, while the Memphis Showboats improve to 1-4 with today's victory. In the XFL Conference, the D.C. Defenders and Arlington Renegades share the top spot at 3-1, followed by the St. Louis Battlehawks at 2-2 and the San Antonio Brahmas at 1-3.
This overtime thriller showcased the competitive balance within the UFL, as the previously winless Showboats managed to defeat one of the league's top teams on the road. The resilience shown by Memphis, particularly on defense with timely stops and an interception, demonstrates that no team can be overlooked in this inaugural UFL season.
Can the Showboats build on this momentum to climb back into contention in the USFL Conference? Will the Stallions regroup quickly to maintain their position near the top of the standings? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.