DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MAY 05: Jake Bates #38 of the Michigan Panthers celebrates with teammates after kicking a game-winning field goal to defeat the Arlington Renegades 28-27 at Ford Field on May 05, ...

UFL championship game prediction: The Michigan Panthers hope to defeat the D.C. Defenders this weekend to claim the franchise's first UFL title.

In the regular-season meeting between the Panthers and Defenders, Michigan put up 233 rushing yards, with Perkins and running back Toa Taua having 90-plus rushing yards and a rushing touchdown apiece.

The Michigan Panthers will compete in their final home game this season with a bobblehead giveaway featuring Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates. On May 31, the Panthers will play the Houston ...