Michigan Panthers Defeat Defending Champion Stallions Advance to UFL Championship

The Michigan Panthers defeated the Birmingham Stallions 44-29 to win their first USFL Conference championship, advancing to the UFL championship game for the second year. This victory ended the Panthers' eight-game losing streak against the Stallions dating back to 1983 and stopped Birmingham's pursuit of a fourth consecutive spring football title. Panthers quarterback Bryce Perkins, returning from injury, threw for 238 yards and a touchdown while rushing for another score, and running back Toa Taua led the ground attack with 85 yards and three touchdowns. The Panthers overcame multiple Stallions comebacks, maintaining a lead that peaked at 34-17 before holding on for the win. The UFL championship game is set for June 14 in St. Louis, where Michigan will face the winner of the D.C. Defenders and St. Louis Battlehawks matchup. This marks a significant milestone for the Panthers in the merged USFL-XFL league, highlighting their offensive depth and resilience.