Stallions shut out Brahmas to win inaugural UFL championship

The Birmingham Stallions routed the San Antonio Brahmas 25-0 to win the UFL championship Sunday, capping the United Football League's first season.

After a scoreless first quarter, Gary Jennings reeled in an 8-yard touchdown pass from Adrian Martinez 40 seconds before halftime.

Martinez was responsible for Birmingham's next two scores, both of which came on the ground. He notched his first rushing touchdown on an 11-yard run before sneaking it in from the 1-yard line for his second score of the third quarter. His efforts opened up a 22-0 lead for the Stallions.

Martinez was named UFL Championship Game MVP. He finished with 98 passing yards, 52 rushing yards, three total touchdowns, and no interceptions.

Ricky Person Jr. was the Stallions' leading rusher, compiling 102 yards on 13 attempts.

Birmingham's defense suffocated San Antonio's offense, limiting the Brahmas to 156 passing yards and 52 rushing yards. Kyahva Tezino led the Stallions' defense with nine total tackles and two forced fumbles.

NFL legends Tom Brady and Kurt Warner were on hand for the UFL's inaugural championship game. Brady appeared in the broadcast booth during the game and also presented the MVP trophy to Martinez.

The UFL began play in 2024 following the merger of the USFL and XFL. The Stallions were back-to-back USFL champions and have now won three titles in a row.

The Stallions went 9-1 in the 2024 regular season for the league's best record while the Brahmas went 7-3.