Panthers vs Roughnecks Picks and Prediction – 5/17/2025

The Michigan Panthers will back on the road this week with the game in Houston against the Roughnecks. Michigan has five wins and two losses on the year riding a 2 game-winning streak following a narrow one point victory against Arlington a week ago. Offensively Michigan did the work completely 331 total yards to score 25 points including sixteen in the fourth quarter. Defensively Michigan held on giving up more than 330 yards and 24 points but allowed just 12 points in the fourth quarter to seal the win. Stay in the action with our UFL Picks.

Bryce Perkins led the way for the Michigan offense completing 15 passes for 231 yards and one score in the game. Perkins also led the way on the ground for Michigan with 60 yards and one score on 8 carries, while Toa Taua chipped in 31 yards and one touchdown on 10 carries. Siaosi Mariner Both of the team leading 86 yards on five receptions in the game.

The Houston Roughnecks will be at home again this week with three wins and four losses overall following an 8 point loss to Birmingham in their last outing. Houston was mediocre offensively a week ago scoring 25 points on 229 total yards but turned the ball over once in the loss. Defensively Houston was outmatched giving up 33 points including 21 in the second-half on 397 total yards of offense.

Jalan McClendon led the way for the Houston offense week ago completing 15 passes for 107 yards one score in the game. Zaquandre White was the top ball carrier on the roster with 69 yards and two scores on 9 carries. Lawrence Keys III led the team with 65 yards on 4 receptions in the game.

Michigan is the far better team and it will show this week on the road. The Panthers have scored nearly 60 more points then year then Houston and have a stronger defense. Look for Michigan to control this game start to finish leading to another win and cover on the road. Final Score Prediction, Michigan Panthers win and cover 27-14.