Michigan Panthers UFL Championship Betting
A three-plus week layoff had no effect on quarterback Bryce Perkins, who showed no signs of rust in the Michigan Panthers’ decisive 44-29 victory over the defending champion Birmingham Stallions in the USFL Conference Championship Game. Fresh off being named the 2025 UFL Offensive Player of the Year, Perkins led a dominant performance that reaffirmed Michigan’s status as the team to beat against the UFL odds. Despite dropping two of their final three regular season games with Perkins sidelined, Mike Nolan’s squad looked revitalized with their star quarterback back under center. The Panthers wasted no time setting the tone, racing out to a 14-0 lead early. When Birmingham mounted a late push, Michigan responded with poise—demonstrating a championship-caliber edge by never letting the Stallions fully close the gap.
Things got tense early in the third quarter when Birmingham cut the deficit to 21-17, setting the stage for a potential comeback. But the Panthers quickly shut the door, outscoring the Stallions 23-12 the rest of the way to secure a 15-point victory and an easy UFL spread cover. By the final whistle, the teams had combined for 674 total yards and 73 points—easily eclipsing the closing total of 46.5, which proved wildly conservative. Michigan has been a goldmine for over bettors all season, with the high side of the total cashing in eight of their 11 games.
Oddsmakers at the crypto sportsbook are expecting another high-scoring affair Saturday night in the UFL Championship, posting the highest total of the year for what’s expected to be a marquee quarterback showdown between Bryce Perkins and D.C.’s Jordan Ta’amu.
UFL Championship Betting Lines
D.C. Defenders +2.5
Michigan Panthers -2.5
Total: 50
Michigan Panthers UFL Championship Matchup
On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the Michigan Panthers will take on the D.C. Defenders from The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis, MO. Kickoff time is set for 8 p.m. ET with television coverage on ABC. The UFL Championship lines opened with the Panthers laying 3-points and the total lined 49.5—the highest posted total of the year! Neither the side nor total has moved off the opening releases, but heavier vig, to no surprise, is currently attached to the over with two of the UFL’s highest coring offenses set to grace the turf of the “BattleDome” in a must-see prime time matchup. What has changed, however, is Michigan’s position in the UFL Championship odds. Prior to Perkins’ injury, the Panthers were the odds-on favorites to win the title. But heading into last week’s matchup with Birmingham, their +255 return had them third on the board. Now, with Perkins back under center, they’ve surged to -160 favorites to take home the championship.
The Defenders and Panthers met once during the regular season in Week 6, and it was all Michigan from start to finish. The Panthers piled up 401 yards of total offense and clamped down defensively in the second half, turning a competitive 17-6 halftime lead into a dominant 38-14 victory. Michigan easily covered as short UFL spread favorites at Ford Field. D.C. found early success attacking Michigan’s league-worst pass defense, but the Panthers made key adjustments, shutting down Jordan Ta’amu and the Defenders offense over the final 30 minutes. Meanwhile, Michigan’s ground game overwhelmed D.C.’s front seven, racking up 213 rushing yards at 5.6 yards per carry with three touchdowns.
That same formula could spell trouble again for D.C., despite the Defenders flexing their defensive strength last week against a St. Louis team hampered by inconsistency at quarterback. If Michigan executes offensively and prevents D.C. from landing explosive plays, the Panthers will put themselves in prime position to capture their first UFL title.
Michigan Panthers Conference Championship Recap
The Michigan Panthers (7-4, 5-6 ATS) delivered a historic performance, defeating the two-time defending champion Birmingham Stallions 44-29 to secure a spot in the UFL Championship Game as short underdogs per the closing UFL odds. Led by QB Bryce Perkins, who returned after a three-week absence, Michigan posted 403 total yards and controlled the game with a balanced attack. Perkins completed 20-of-25 passes for 238 yards and a touchdown while adding 34 rushing yards and another score. RB Toa Taua powered the ground game with 85 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 21 carries, also adding a one-point conversion. WR Malik Turner had six receptions for 99 yards, including a game-breaking 76-yard touchdown—Michigan’s longest play of the season. Devin Ross added a key 28-yard reception, helping Michigan dominate through the air and on the ground.
The Panthers defense complemented the offense with three takeaways: two interceptions (including a 25-yard pick-six by Kai Nacua) and a game-sealing fumble recovery by Dee Delaney. Taylor Stallworth’s sack forced the final turnover, while Arnold Tarpley III added a 20-yard interception return late in the game. Breeland Speaks led a disruptive pass rush that pressured Birmingham throughout. Michigan built an early 14-0 lead, then responded to every Stallions surge with scoring drives of their own. A 36-yard field goal by B.T. Potter in the fourth extended the lead to 15, and Michigan’s defense closed it out. The Panthers ride into the UFL title game with momentum on both sides of the ball, having dethroned the champs behind clutch quarterback play, efficient execution, and opportunistic defensive play.
2025 Michigan Panthers Schedule & Scores
| WEEK |
DATE |
MATCHUP |
TIME (ET) |
RESULT |
RECORD |
| Week 1 |
March 30 |
at Memphis Showboats |
12:00 PM |
W 26-12 |
1-0 |
| Week 2 |
April 4 |
vs. Birmingham Stallions |
8:00 PM |
L 12-21 |
1-1 |
| Week 3 |
April 13 |
vs. San Antonio Brahmas |
12:00 PM |
W 26-23 |
2-1 |
| Week 4 |
April 18 |
vs. Memphis Showboats |
8:00 PM |
W 27-9 |
3-1 |
| Week 5 |
April 26 |
at St. Louis Battlehawks |
7:00 PM |
L 27-32 |
3-2 |
| Week 6 |
May 4 |
vs. D.C. Defenders |
12:00 PM |
W 38-14 |
4-2 |
| Week 7 |
May 10 |
at Arlington Renegades |
1:00 PM |
W 25-24 |
5-2 |
| Week 8 |
May 17 |
at Houston Roughnecks |
1:00 PM |
W 30-18 |
6-2 |
| Week 9 |
May 24 |
at Birmingham Stallions |
3:00 PM |
L 22-26 |
6-3 |
| Week 10 |
May 31 |
vs. Houston Roughnecks |
3:00 PM |
L 12-19 |
6-4 |
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