Highlights:
* Birmingham’s defense tallied a key interception from JoJo Tillery to halt a Houston drive
* Matt Corral threw for 195 yards and 2 touchdowns to lead the Stallions offense
* Corral left the game late in the fourth quarter with an injury
* Roughnecks QB Nolan Henderson left the game with an injury
Results
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRM | 3 | 14 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 23 |
| HOU | 0 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
Game Recap:
The Birmingham Stallions secured a critical road victory against the Houston Roughnecks with a 23-16 win at TDECU Stadium on Sunday night. After building a 17-10 halftime lead, the Stallions held off a determined Houston squad to improve to 3-1 on the season, while the Roughnecks dropped to 1-3 and are at risk of falling out of playoff contention.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Birmingham Stallions vs Houston Roughnecks.
Birmingham Stallions Performance:
The Stallions utilized a balanced offensive attack and timely defensive stops to secure their third win of the season. Birmingham controlled the tempo throughout most of the game, with quarterback Matt Corral’s efficient performance and key defensive plays proving to be the difference.
Top Offensive Players:
* Matt Corral: QB – 14/25, 195 passing yards, 2 TD, 1 INT; 10 rushes for 52 yards
* Deon Cain: WR – 3 receptions, 69 yards, 1 TD
* Davion Davis: WR – 2 receptions, 62 yards, 1 TD
* C.J. Marable: RB – 11 carries, 47 yards; 2 receptions, 3 yards
* Jalen Camp: WR – 2 receptions, 47 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Chapelle Russell: LB – 4 tackles
* Perrion Winfrey: DL – 3 tackles
* Tae Crowder: LB – 3 tackles
* Kyahva Tezino: LB – 3 tackles
* JoJo Tillery: DB – 1 interception
Houston Roughnecks Performance:
The Roughnecks showed flashes of potential but struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Houston’s offense generated yardage but couldn’t convert drives into touchdowns consistently, settling for field goals at critical moments.
Top Offensive Players:
* Jalan McClendon: QB – 22/31, 236 passing yards, 0 TD, 1 INT; 5 rushes, 17 yards, 1 TD
* Justin Hall: WR – 6 receptions, 58 yards
* T.J. Vasher: WR – 1 reception, 46 yards
* Keke Chism: WR – 4 receptions, 35 yards
* Zaquandre White: RB – 11 carries, 16 yards, 1 TD; 3 receptions, 26 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Marvin Moody Jr: LB – 5 tackles
* Shawn Preston Jr.: S – 5 tackles
* Keenan Isaac: DB – 4 tackles
* Tashawn Bower: DE – 3 tackles
* Rayshad Williams: DB – 1 interception
UFL Scores and Standings Update
Looking at the current UFL scores and standings after Week 4, the USFL Conference has turned into a two-team race with the Michigan Panthers and Birmingham Stallions both sitting at 3-1. The Roughnecks’ loss drops them to 1-3, creating a significant gap between the conference leaders and the rest of the pack. Meanwhile, in the XFL Conference, the D.C. Defenders remain perfect at 3-0, with the Arlington Renegades close behind at 3-1. The St. Louis Battlehawks (2-2) remain in playoff contention, while the San Antonio Brahmas (0-3) are still searching for their first win of the season.
The Stallions’ victory today demonstrates why they were preseason favorites to repeat as UFL champions. Their balanced offensive attack, anchored by Corral’s improved decision-making and the explosive receiving corps of Cain and Davis, combined with timely defensive plays, has Birmingham looking like a serious contender as the season approaches its midpoint.
Will the Stallions be able to maintain this momentum and challenge the Panthers for the USFL Conference title? Can the Roughnecks turn their season around and make a playoff push despite their 1-3 start? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
