Houston Roughnecks vs Birmingham Stallions

On May 11, 2025, the Birmingham Stallions secured a 33–25 victory over the Houston Roughnecks at Protective Stadium, marking their fifth win of the season and extending their dominance over Houston to a 6–2 all-time record.

Quarterback Matt Corral led the Stallions’ offense, throwing a 50-yard touchdown pass to Deon Cain in the second quarter—their second 50+ yard connection of the season. Corral’s performance contributed to Birmingham’s season-high 357 total yards, with the offense converting 7 of 14 third downs.

Defensively, the Stallions were formidable, limiting Houston to 64 rushing yards and recording eight tackles for loss. Linebacker Tae Crowder led with nine tackles, while JoJo Tillery’s late-game interception sealed the win.

The Roughnecks, despite a strong effort, fell to 1–4, struggling to find consistency on both sides of the ball. Quarterback Jalan McClendon, who had shown promise in previous games, faced a tough Stallions defense that disrupted Houston’s offensive rhythm.

This victory solidified Birmingham’s position in the USFL Conference, showcasing their balanced attack and defensive prowess as they continued their pursuit of a fourth consecutive championship.