Stallions of Birmingham Clash with St. Louis Battlehawks: odds, tips, and forecasts (May 17)

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UFL Showdown: Birmingham Stallions vs St. Louis Battlehawks on May 17th

Get ready for a heated clash in the UFL on the 17th of May as the Stallions square off against the Battlehawks. With both teams boasting records of 5-2, this battle could decide the fate of their divisions. The game's set to kick off at 1:00 PM ET at The Dome at America's Center, St. Louis, Missouri, and you can catch the action on FOX.

Birmingham Stallions vs St. Louis Battlehawks Odds

The Battlehawks are slim favorites, managing a 1.5-point edge in their own den. If you're backing the Battlehawks, they'll cost you -118. The total points are set at 39.5 with an -118 price tag for the Over.

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Birmingham Stallions Betting Trends

With the USFL Division leading their record of 5-2, the Stallions are two points behind their opponent. Despite a season-opening loss, they've since strung together three straight victories before a loss and then another pair of wins. The most recent victory saw them close a 19-point deficit against Houston Roughnecks, setting a record for the largest comeback in UFL history.

QB Matt Corral will be out of action for the next five weeks due to an injury, leaving Case Cookus in the driving seat. Cookus has been efficient in his absence, but consistency could be an issue with a 53.3 completion percentage and five TD passes versus two interceptions.

However, a new QB seems to be on the horizon as J'Mar Smith is set to take over, boasting a 6-1 record and wining both playoff contests with the team in 2022.

The Stallions are solid on defense, leading the league in points conceded at 15.3 per game. Yet, in two of their last three outings, they've given up at least 24 points, sandwiched between a measly 3 points let in.

With four straight games scoring 20 points or more, the potential for the over seems enticing.

St. Louis Battlehawks Betting Trends

The Battlehawks also sport a 5-2 record, following three consecutive victories. In the last two games, their defense has been impenetrable, allowing just 15 points combined.

At the top of the offensive ranks, St. Louis currently sits third with an average of 21.4 points per game. Running back Jacob Saylors leads the league in rushing yards with 348, while his four TD's are just one shy of the league lead.

Max Duggan has been the starting QB for the last four games. While the team has been winning, he has three touchdown passes and three interceptions, recording a 54.2 completion percentage. With his feet, though, he's been a spark, contributing three rushing scores and 240 yards.

Defensively, St. Louis ranks second in both yards and points conceded. Pita Taumoepenu leads the league in sacks with 6.5, and the team has recorded eight interceptions, the most in the UFL.

It's a tight matchup between these two 5-2 teams, making the slim 1.5-point spread for the Battlehawks an intriguing bet.

Stallions vs Battlehawks - Glimpse at the Stats

Birmingham Stallions vs St. Louis Battlehawks Prediction

At first glance, I was all-in on the over for this matchup, but given neither team has a dominant offensive, I'm starting to have second thoughts. With defenses leading the charge for both teams, it might take a while for points to pile up. With the Stallions breaking in a new quarterback, it's vital to count on the defenses to reign supreme.

The nearly identical price points make it a close call when wagering on either team, but the extra value lies with fewer than 39.5 points being scored, so I'm trusting the defenses in this one.

Stallions vs Battlehawks Pick: Under 39.5 points (-102)
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Sources:

[1] ESPN: UFL Week 8: Birmingham Stallions vs St. Louis Battlehawks - Game statistics, trends, and predictions (05/15/2025). https://www.espn.com/ufl/story/_/id/37787350/ufl-week-8-birmingham-stallions-vs-st-louis-battlehawks-game-statistics-trends-predictions
[2] St. Louis Battlehawks inactives for Week 8 (05/15/2025). https://www.stlouisbattlehawks.com/team/roster
[3] UFL announces Birmingham Stallions kicker Harris Mevis as Special Teams Player of the Week (05/11/2025). https://www.ufl.com/news/2025/5/11/ufl-announces-birmingham-stallions-kicker-harris-mevis-as-special-teams-player-of-the-week.aspx
[4] ESPN draft analyst Jordan Reid identifies two players Battlehawks need to avoid in upcoming draft (04/27/2025). https://www.espn.com/ufl/story/_/id/37160673/espn-draft-analyst-jordan-reid-identifies-two-players-battlehawks-need-avoid-upcoming-draft

The Stallions and Battlehawks, both with 5-2 records, battle it out in American-football, aiming to spread victory at The Dome at America's Center on May 17th.
For those interested in wagering on the Moneyline, the Battlehawks, with a 1.5-point edge, cost -118, yet the Stallions, despite being the away team, can be found at +102.
In the over/under market, a total of 39.5 points is set with an -118 price tag for the Over.
The 'Under 39.5 points' bet could prove to be a favorable wager, considering the solid defense displayed by both teams recently.
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