The New Jersey Generals (1-1) face the Philadelphia Stars (1-1) Sunday at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Generals vs. Stars odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.
The Generals beat the Michigan Panthers 10-6 in Week 2, following a 28-24 loss to the Birmingham Stallions in their opener.
The Generals are led by QB De’Andre Johnson, who is averaging a team-best 62.5 yards per game on the ground. He’s completed 8 of 14 pass attempts for 107 yards with no touchdowns, while QB Luis Perez is 26 of 37 for 240 yards and 2 TDs.
Philadelphia also struggled out of the gate, losing its opener to the New Orleans Breakers 23-17. But the Stars rebounds with a 30-23 victory against the Pittsburgh Maulers.
The Stars are led by QB Bryan Scott, who owns a league-best 237.0 passing yards per game. He’s thrown 4 touchdowns and 2 interceptions so far.
Generals vs. Stars odds and lines
Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:26 p.m. ET.
- Money line: Generals +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Stars -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Generals +2.5 (-110) | Stars -2.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)
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Generals vs. Stars key injuries
Generals
- S Mike Bell Jr. (chest) out
- LB Shalom Luani (leg) out
- WR J’Mon Moore (hamstring) out
- WR Randy Satterfield (hamstring) probable
- DE Devon Sizer (chest) questionable
- DB Christian Tutt (ankle) questionable
- DL Destiny Vaeao (thigh) out
Stars
- WR Brennan Eagles (ankle) out
- CB Bradley Sylve (Achilles) out
Generals vs. Stars picks and predictions
Prediction
Stars 24, Generals 17
Money line
PASS.
Through the first two weeks, there hasn’t been a single USFL game decided by 3 points or less. I’ll prefer the Stars -2.5 spread over their -130 money line here.
Against the spread
BET STARS -2.5 (-110).
This line opened at -1.5, which leads me to indicate there could be some sharp money hitting it and/or some reverse-line movement.
Either way, it’s the better side, and Scott is why. He’s been the most efficient quarterback in the USFL this season.
The Generals will struggle to keep up with Stars QB Scott, who should be able to feast Sunday. New Jersey’s defense ranks third in opponents’ yards per game — thanks in part to facing a horrible Michigan offense in Week 2.
Also, the Generals don’t have much of an offensive identity. They aren’t great at throwing the ball or running it, and their two-quarterback system hasn’t brought much success.
I’ll bank on the STARS -2.5 (-110), who seem to be among the better teams in the league.
Over/Under
LEAN to the UNDER 42 (-110).
This has shot up from 40.5, and it’s confusing as the Generals put up just 10 points last week, struggling to move the ball against a below-average Panthers squad.
I like Scott’s potential, and the Philadelphia defensive line isn’t among the league’s best. Given both teams are 1-1 O/U, this is more of a play against the drastic line movement.
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