The Michigan Panthers secured a crucial 37-20 victory over the Boston Breakers on Saturday, improving their record to 4-6. Quarterback Bobby Hebert was the standout player, throwing for 262 yards and three touchdowns, including two deep connections to Derek Holloway. Michigan started strong with a 31-yard field goal, but Boston quickly responded with a touchdown from Matt Robinson to Mike Sherrard, followed by a field goal to lead 10-3 at the end of the first quarter.
The second quarter saw a back-and-forth battle as Michigan tied the game with a touchdown pass from Hebert to Derek Holloway. Boston answered with a 7-yard rushing touchdown by Louis Jackson, followed by a field goal just before halftime to take a 20-13 lead. However, Michigan’s defense stiffened in the second half, shutting out the Breakers while Hebert threw two more touchdowns—one to Leonard Cobb and another to Holloway—turning the tide in Michigan’s favor.
Michigan’s defense forced three turnovers, including a crucial fumble recovery by Arnaud, which helped shift momentum. Novo Bojovic added three field goals, including a 44-yarder in the fourth quarter to extend the lead. Boston’s offense struggled in the second half, missing a field goal and turning the ball over on downs twice. Michigan sealed the game with a late 3-yard rushing touchdown by Albert Bentley. The Breakers, now 2-8, will look to regroup as Michigan continues to fight for playoff contention.
