Title or Bust for 9-1 Stallions
Birmingham is the clear favorite heading into the inaugural UFL playoffs, as Skip Holtz’s team looks to add another championship to its ledger following back-to-back USFL titles.
The Stallions (-115 championship odds) own the best record at 9-1 and rank first among UFL teams in total offense (347.5 yards per game) and second in total defense (259.5 yards per game). Six of their wins have come by at least seven points.
Michigan (7-3) nearly beat them in Week 10, falling 20-19 when Jeremy Bates misfired on a 53-yard field goal as time expired. It was a rare miss for the All-UFL kicker, who is 17-for-22 on field goals this year. Birmingham also beat Michigan 20-13 in Week 2.
Still, the Stallions have a significant edge in talent. They have a big-time playmaker at quarterback in Adrian Martinez. The former Nebraska and Kansas State star has separated himself as a legitimate contender for UFL MVP, throwing for 1,749 yards and rushing for a league-high 528 yards.
The winner will meet either the St. Louis Battlehawks (7-3) or San Antonio Brahmas (7-3) next weekend in the inaugural UFL championship game.
Here’s more on the matchup in our 2024 UFL playoffs preview.
Betting Picks & Game Details
Michigan Panthers vs Birmingham Stallions Information
Panthers (7-3) vs Stallions (9-1)
Location of the game: Protective Stadium, Birmingham, Ala.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 8, 3 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: ABC, ESPN, ESPN+
Panthers vs Stallions Picks

- Pick: Stallions: -5
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Odds to win USFL Conference Championship
Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Michigan Panthers | +5 (-110) | +220 | o43 (-110) |
Birmingham Stallions | -5 (-110) | -270 | u 43 (-110) |
USFL Conference Championship Betting Analysis
Given where the Stallions (+300 preseason favorites) and how they’ve ended up, anything short of a championship would be a huge disappointment. They’ve been the clear team-to-beat from the get-go, with a balanced roster and solid coaching. Most importantly, they have a championship pedigree.
Birmingham has scored 30-plus points five times and is averaging 26.5.
Michigan’s biggest strength, meanwhile, is on defense. Coached by longtime NFL defensive coordinator Mike Nolan, the Panthers are third in opponents’ scoring (19.0 PPG allowed), per UFL scores. Defensive end Breeland Speaks and safety Kai Nacua, the younger brother of Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua, are their top contributors.
The Panthers closed the regular season strong, winning five of its last six games.
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USFL Conference Championship Previous Winners and Betting Trends
Birmingham narrowly avoided a big upset in Week 10, holding on to a 20-19 win as an 8-point favorite. The Stallions (-410 moneyline) outgained Michigan 324-223 but matched its second-lowest scoring output of the season.
The Panthers kept Martinez in check, limiting the dual-threat to 163 yards passing and 41 yards rushing.
The teams also squared off in Week 2, with Birmingham winning 20-13. At that time, Martinez was still splitting reps under center with former Ole Miss standout Matt Corral.
Keep that in mind when analyzing the UFL odds in our 2024 UFL playoffs preview.
USFL Conference Championship Betting Picks
Michigan has to be confident, knowing it’s talented enough to stick close with Birmingham. Twice, the Panthers held the league’s best offense to just 20 points. That’s no small feat.
Despite that, the Stallions maintain a decided edge in this matchup. They’re 5-0 at home, having beaten opponents by an average of 6.6 points.
Given their resume, we’re favoring them to cover the 5-point spread this week in our 2024 UFL playoffs preview.
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