San Antonio Brahmas at DC Defenders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s San Antonio Brahmas at DC Defenders odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The San Antonio Brahmas (4-1) take on the DC Defenders (2-3) Sunday at Audi Field at 4 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Brahmas vs. Defenders odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

The Brahmas have won 2 straight after a 25-15 road win against the Arlington Renegades last week. QB Quinten Dormady went 19-for-30 for 164 yards, 1 score and 3 INTs. While undefeated since QB Chase Garbers was lost for the season with a wrist injury, the offense clearly misses him. RB John Lovett paced the offense with 13 rushes for 95 yards and 2 TDs.

The Defenders are coming off a 45-12 massacre in their building by the St. Louis Battlehawks. They have lost 2 straight and are behind the 8-ball in terms of their playoff hopes. QB Jordan Ta’amu went 12-for-23 for 101 yards, 1 TD and 3 INTs. They rushed 30 times for 84 yards and a score in the setback. The Defenders lost to the Brahmas in a 27-12 Week 1 affair on the road as 6-point favorites.

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Brahmas at Defenders odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:55 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Brahmas -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Defenders +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Brahmas -1.5 (-110) | Defenders +1.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Brahmas at Defenders key injuries

Brahmas

  • QB Chase Garbers (wrist) out
  • RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (shoulder) out
  • CB Darius Phillips (groin) out
  • LB Delontae Scott (shoulder) doubtful
  • LB Tim Ward (knee) out

Defenders

  • CB Gareon Conley (groin) out
  • LB Francis Bernard (hamstring) out

Brahmas at Defenders picks and predictions

Prediction

Defenders 21, Brahmas 18

Moneyline

The Brahmas are operating without their top QB and RB, and they have gotten by on Fool’s Gold the last couple of weeks. DC’s season is going in the tank, and the veteran leadership of Ta’amu will help right the ship. Plus, they remember the Week 1 beatdown and will exact revenge.

Take the DEFENDERS +105.

Against the spread

There is little reason to take the spread here. Just stick with the value on the ML.

PASS.

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Over/Under

Three of 5 games have gone Under this total for DC, and the Defenders are 1-4 O/U overall. The Brahmas are 4-1 O/U, but they have not cashed this total in their last 2 without Garbers.

Take the UNDER 42.5 (-110).

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Arlington Renegades at Michigan Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Sunday’s Arlington Renegades at Michigan Panthers odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Arlington Renegades (0-5) are on the road to take on the Michigan Panthers (3-2) Sunday with a kickoff at 1 p.m. ET at Ford Field (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Renegades vs. Panthers odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The Renegades are still seeking their 1st win of the season, having lost 5 in a row to start the UFL season. They are coming off a 25-15 home loss to San Antonio, failing to cover the 2.5-point spread.

The Panthers have alternated wins and losses all season. They are coming off a 35-18 win over Memphis as 1.5-point road underdogs.

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Renegades at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:38 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Renegades +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Panthers -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Renegades +4.5 (-105) | Panthers -4.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Renegades at Panthers key injuries

Renegades

  • DE Will Clarke (back) probable
  • DT Jalen Redmond (ankle) out
  • LB Bunmi Rotini (hamstring) out
  • OL Dru Samia (neck) out

Pamthers

  • LB De’Gabriel Floyd (knee) out
  • WR John Hightower (ankle) out
  • WR Gavin Holmes (ankle) out
  • OL Jarrett Horst (knees) out
  • DT Daniel Wise (foot) out

Renegades at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 27, Renegades 20

Moneyline

The Panthers have followed up every win this season with a loss, but the Renegades are winless this season, making it difficult to pick them to win any game outright.

You always want to find a way to justify +165 odds but you can’t with this Arlington team. And betting Michigan at -200 just isn’t worth the action.

PASS.

Against the spread

Three of the Renegades’ losses have been by 8 or more points while Michigan’s last 2 wins have been by double digits.

BET PANTHERS -4.5 (-115).

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Over/Under

The Renegades have been held to 17 or fewer points 3 times this season and in each of their last 2 games. Three of their 5 losses have not surpassed 42 points.

Two of Michigan’s 3 wins have surpassed 42 points. They have allowed 18 and 20 points in their last 2 wins.

BET OVER 42.5 (-110).

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Houston Roughnecks at St. Louis Battlehawks odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Roughnecks at St. Louis Battlehawks odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Houston Roughnecks (1-4) travel to meet the St. Louis Battlehawks (4-1) Saturday at the Dome at America’s Center. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Roughnecks vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The Roughnecks have had a rough season, winning just a single game in 5 tries, and that came against a winless Arlington team in Week 4 at Rice Stadium. Houston was pounded 32-9 against Birmingham last week, failing to cover as an 8.5-point underdog at home.

The Roughnecks are just 1-3-1 against the spread (ATS) through 5 games, while the Under holds a slight 3-2 edge.

St. Louis picked up a 4th straight win in Week 5, routing the D.C. Defenders on the road at Audi Field, 45-12. The Battlehawks easily cashed as 3-point favorites, and they’re now 4-0 ATS in the past 4 games since losing as a favorite in Week 1 at Michigan. The Over has cashed in 4 in a row, too, with St. Louis going for 31 or more points in 3 straight games.

These teams met in Houston in Week 7 of the XFL season in 2023, with the Battlehawks coming away with a 24-15 win as a 3-point underdog as the Under (44.5) connected.

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Roughnecks at Battlehawks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Roughnecks +525 (bet $100 to win $525) | Battlehawks -750 (bet $750 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Roughnecks +11.5 (-110) | Battlehawks -11.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Roughnecks at Battlehawks key injuries

Roughnecks

  • QB Kenji Behar (undisclosed) out
  • TE Woody Brandom (leg) injured reserve
  • RB Tiyon Evans (undisclosed) out
  • QB Nolan Henderson (undisclosed) out
  • WR Isiah Hennie (undisclosed) out
  • TE A.J. Lewis (undisclosed) out
  • RB Kirk Merritt (wrist) injured reserve

Battlehawks

  • WR Ja’Marcus Bradley (undisclosed) out
  • RB Mataeo Durant (toe) out
  • WR Kevon Latulas (undisclosed) out
  • QB Brandon Silvers (undisclosed) out

Roughnecks at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 33, Roughnecks 16

Moneyline

The Battlehawks (-750) will set you back 7½ times your potential return, which is crazy risk for not nearly enough reward.

While it’s unlikely the Roughnecks (+525) will be able to pull off the road upset, St. Louis just doesn’t provide enough of a return.

PASS.

Against the spread

The BATTLEHAWKS -11.5 (-110) are just the 2nd double-digit favorite this season, with Birmingham also favored by double digits in its game in Memphis in Week 6.

The Battlehawks are on a roll with QB A.J. McCarron completing 68.5% of his pass attempts for 1,051 yards, a league-high 10 TD and just 1 INT. St. Louis would be even more effective if it could protect the signal caller, as the Battlehawks have allowed 11 sacks, 1 of just 3 UFL teams to allow double-digit sacks to the QB. As long as St. Louis can contain Ethan Westbrooks, who has racked up 3.5 sacks for Houston, the Battlehawks pass attack should roll.

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Over/Under

OVER 47.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Battlehawks rolled up 45 points at D.C. last weekend, and the offense is averaging 33.8 points per game (PPG) in the current 4-0 run to the Over. The defense has allowed 17 or more points in 4 of 5 games, so the Roughnecks should be able to help Over bettors somewhat.

Houston has scored 17 or more points in 3 of the past 4 games, although Birmingham stymied the Roughnecks offense last weekend, holding them to just 9 points.

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Birmingham Stallions at Memphis Showboats odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Saturday’s Birmingham Stallions at Memphis Showboats odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Birmingham Stallions (5-0) travel to meet the Memphis Showboats (1-4) Saturday at the Simmons Bank Liberty Bowl. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stallions vs. Showboats odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The defending USFL champion Stallions picked up a 32-9 win in Houston last week to easily cover an 8.5-point spread as the Under (41.5) hung on at most shops. Birmingham improved to 4-1 against the spread (ATS) while cashing the Under in 4 of 5 games to date.

The Showboats suffered a 4th straight loss last week at home against the Michigan Panthers, falling 35-18. Memphis has failed to cover the past 3 outings, while the Over has hit in each game. The Showboats defense has been abysmal in the past 3 outings, allowing 32 or more points, and 33.4 points per game (PPG).

These teams met in Week 3 in Birmingham, with the Stallions dominating the Showboats 33-14 to cover a 7-point number as the Over (40.5) cashed.

The 2 sides also met during the USFL season twice last season, too. Birmingham won 42-2 in Week 2 at home to easily cover a 7-point spread as the Under (44.5) just connected, while the Stallions won in Memphis in Week 10 by a 27-20 count, also covering as a 4.5-point favorite as the Over (44) hit.

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Stallions at Showboats odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Stallions -800 (bet $800 to win $100) | Showboats +550 (bet $100 to win $550)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Stallions -12.5 (-110) | Showboats +12.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stallions at Showboats key injuries

Stallions

  • RB Larry Roundtree (undisclosed) out
  • QB J’Mar Smith (undisclosed) out
  • WR Isaiah Zuber (undisclosed) out

Showboats

  • QB Josh Love (undisclosed) out
  • WR Diondre Overton (undisclosed) out

Stallions at Showboats picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 33, Showboats 18

Moneyline

The Stallions (-800) remain the top teams in the UFL, and we saw what they can do against the Showboats (+550) once already this season. Birmingham paddled Memphis 33-14 at home back in Week 3, and there is no reason to believe things will be any different. The Showboats just cannot stop anybody on defense.

However, you can’t risk 8 times your potential return on the road team.

PASS.

Against the spread

The STALLIONS -12.5 (-110) are laying the biggest number of the season in UFL play. In fact, Birmingham is just the 2nd double-digit favorite in the 2024 campaign.

There is little reason to like the Showboats +12.5 (-110), as the offense has scored 19 or fewer points in all 5 games this season while allowing at least 32 points in each of the past 3 outings, including Week 3 in Birmingham.

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Over/Under

OVER 42.5 (-110) is a strong play, and Birmingham figures to do most of the heavy lifting to get this one across the finish line.

The Stallions have racked up 20 or more points in all 5 games while going for 26.3 points per game (PPG) in 3 outings on the road.

The concern with betting the Over is Birmingham’s stout defense, which has allowed just 13.6 PPG, including 14 to Memphis in Week 3. The concern is also the struggling offense of the Showboats, which hasn’t been able to crack the 20-point mark all season.

Still, the Stallions should do enough to get the job mostly done, even if the Showboats lay another egg.

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Michigan Panthers at Memphis Showboats odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Sunday’s Michigan Panthers at Memphis Showboats odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Michigan Panthers (2-2) travel to meet the Memphis Showboats (1-3) Sunday at the Simmons Bank Liberty Bowl. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Panthers vs. Showboats odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The Panthers lost 19-9 as a 1.5-point underdog last week against the San Antonio Brahmas as the Under (42.5) easily connected. The total has gone low in 3 of the past 4 games, while Michigan has split 2-2 against the spread (ATS).

The Showboats won the season opener in Houston, but Memphis has dropped 3 straight games, and it has failed to cover the past 2 outings. The offense has struggled, going for 19 or fewer points, while averaging 17.0 points per game (PPG). The defense was fine in the 1st 2 games, but it has allowed 32.5 PPG in the past 2 outings as the Over has hit in each contest.

These teams met at Ford Field in Week 4 last season, with Memphis picking up a 29-10 win as a 6.5-point underdog as the Under (45) cashed.

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Panthers at Showboats odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Panthers +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Showboats -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Panthers +1.5 (-115) | Showboats -1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 40.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Panthers at Showboats key injuries

Panthers

  • RB Raymond Calais (suspension) out
  • TE Derrick Deese (undisclosed) out
  • WR John Hightower (undisclosed) out
  • RB Nate McCrary (undisclosed) out
  • QB Bryce Perkins (undisclosed) out
  • QB E.J. Perry (hamstring) injured reserve
  • WR Devin Ross (undisclosed) out

Showboats

  • WR Dee Anderson (undisclosed) out
  • QB Josh Love (undisclosed) out

Panthers at Showboats picks and predictions

Prediction

Showboats 18, Panthers 16

Moneyline

The SHOWBOATS (-120) are worth a look at home in what is expected to be a tight game. In fact, playing the moneyline is much better than laying the points, as this could potentially come down to a point or 2. Both of these teams struggle offensively, while both are pretty decent defensively.

Against the spread

The Showboats -1.5 (-105) are a little cheaper to lay the small amount of points. But it really could come down to a single point. Both of these teams struggle on offense, and we’re unlikely to see a big margin of victory.

AVOID, and stick with the moneyline here.

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Over/Under

UNDER 40.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

The Under has cashed in 3 of 4 games for the Panthers, with Michigan’s defense allowing 20 or fewer points in each of its 4 games. The offense has scored 18 or fewer points in 3 of those outings, too.

For the Showboats, they’ve scored 19 or fewer points in all 4 outings, and the only concern with playing the Under is the Memphis defense. The Boats have allowed 65 total points in the past 2 games, but that was against Birmingham and St. Louis, 2 of the top offenses in the UFL. Michigan’s offense certainly won’t be confused with those 2 juggernauts.

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St. Louis Battlehawks at DC Defenders odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s St. Louis Battlehawks at DC Defenders odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The St. Louis Battlehawks (3-1) take on the DC Defenders (2-2) Sunday at Audi Field at noon ET (ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Battlehawks vs. Defenders odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

This is a rivalry game as the Battlehawks lost both games to the Defenders in the XFL last season. St. Louis packed the Battle Dome and dismantled the Memphis Showboats 32-17 in Week 4. Their offense is proving to be lethal after putting up 31 and 32 points over the past 2 weeks. QB A.J. McCarron was 35-for-45 for 222 yards, 3 TDs and 1 INT. RB Jacob Saylors also posted 100 yards on the ground.

The Defenders fell 20-18 on the road against the Birmingham Stallions in Week 4. QB Jordan Ta’amu was 12-for-22 for 160 yards and 2 TDs, but the ground game was pretty lackluster. The Defenders ran 26 times for 91 yards and didn’t reach the end zone. The Stallions dominated the ball with 35 minutes of possession and just 25 minutes for DC.

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Battlehawks at Defenders odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Battlehawks -180 (bet $180 to win $100) | Defenders +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Battlehawks -3 (-120) | Defenders +3 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Battlehawks at Defenders key injuries

Battlehawks

  • RB Mataeo Durant (toe) out
  • CB Tim Harris (ankle) out
  • LB Callahan O’Reilly (toe) out
  • WR Darrius Shepherd (hamstring) out
  • LB Pita Taumoepenu (ankle) probable

Defenders

  • LB Francis Bernard (hamstring) out
  • WR Brandon Smith (groin) out

Battlehawks at Defenders picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 27, Defenders 21

Moneyline

The Battlehawks will be without Sheppard, who leads the league with 724 all-purpose yards. They still have a lot of firepower with WR Hakeem Butler, WR Jahcour Pearson, McCarron and Saylors. The Defenders aren’t as potent on offense and will struggle to keep up.

That said, you can’t drop -180 on the Battlehawks on the road.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Battlehawks have covered in each of their 3 wins and have topped 30 points in 2 straight. Meanwhile, the Defenders have been inconsistent with 12, 23, 29 and 18 points in their 4 games.

Take the BATTLEHAWKS -3 (-120).

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Over/Under

The Battlehawks have been crushing some Overs thanks to their dynamite offense. This one will be close, and St. Louis will probably need all 27 to cash the Over here. I think it squeaks by, though.

LEAN OVER 46.5 (-110).

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Birmingham Stallions at Houston Roughnecks odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Saturday’s Birmingham Stallions at Houston Roughnecks odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Birmingham Stallions (4-0) travel to meet the Houston Roughnecks (1-3) Saturday at Rice Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stallions vs. Roughnecks odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The defending USFL champion Stallions held on for a 20-18 win over the D.C. Defenders last weekend, but they came nowhere near covering as 9-point favorites. The Under (46.5) cashed, and the total has now gone low in 3 of 4 games to date.

Birmingham has averaged 23.5 points per game (PPG) in 2 road outings while allowing just 13.5 PPG. The Stallions are 2-0 against the spread (ATS) away from home while cashing the Under in both instances.

The Roughnecks got off the schneid last week with a 17-9 win over the Arlington Renegades at Rice Stadium. The defensive effort was easily the best of the season for Houston, as it had allowed 25.0 PPG in the first 3 outings, cashing the Over twice.

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Stallions at Roughnecks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Stallions -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Roughnecks +310 (bet $100 to win $310)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Stallions -8.5 (-110) | Roughnecks +8.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stallions at Roughnecks key injuries

Stallions

  • RB CJ Marable (undisclosed) out
  • QB J’Mar Smith (undisclosed) out
  • WR Isaiah Zuber (undisclosed) out

Roughnecks

  • QB Kenji Behar (undisclosed) out
  • RB Tiyon Evans (undisclosed) out
  • QB Jarrett Guarantano (ribs) out
  • RB Kirk Merritt (wrist) injured reserve
  • WR Reggie Roberson (undisclosed) out
  • TE Clint Sigg Jr. (undisclosed) out

Stallions at Roughnecks picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 25, Roughnecks 13

Moneyline

The Stallions (-400) are easily the best team in the UFL, boasting the best record at 4-0. The Roughnecks (+310) are no longer winless after last weekend, but they topped the winless Renegades. Houston is simply a step above the worst team in the league.

Birmingham is all but likely going to win this game, but you can’t risk 4 times your potential return, especially on a road team.

PASS.

Against the spread

The STALLIONS -8.5 (-110) are a much better play on the road laying the points.

Birmingham has managed at least 20 points in each of its 4 games, but defense is what really sets the Stallions apart. The defending USFL champs have allowed 14 or fewer points in 3 of the first 4 games and 18 or fewer points in each outing.

The Roughnecks +8.5 (+110) are going to find the sledding difficult against the Stallions D. Houston has scored 20 or fewer points in every game this season.

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Over/Under

UNDER 41.5 (-115) is worth playing lightly, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under is 3-1 in 4 games for Birmingham this season, and the only reason the Week 3 meeting with Memphis went Over was the poor D of the Showboats — Birmingham won 33-14.

Houston’s offense is subpar. The defense has performed well at home, allowing just 13.5 PPG, and that’s all the Roughnecks have to hang their hat on right now.

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San Antonio Brahmas at Arlington Renegades odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Saturday’s San Antonio Brahmas at Arlington Renegades odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The San Antonio Brahmas (3-1) travel to meet the Arlington Renegades (0-4) Saturday at Choctaw Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Brahmas vs. Renegades odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The Brahmas have gotten off to a solid start, winning 3 of 4 games, while splitting against the spread (ATS). The Under has cashed in 3 of 4 games, too, with the defense holding the opposition to 19 or fewer points in each of the games the total has gone low.

The Renegades have stumbled out of the gate, losing all 4 games, while going just 0-3-1 ATS. The Over/Under has split 2-2. At home, Arlington is averaging 21.0 points per game (PPG), but it is allowing 28.0 PPG.

These teams split their 2 meetings in XFL play last season, with Arlington winning 12-10 in San Antonio in Week 5, while the Brahmas won 15-9 in Arlington the following weekend. The Under has cashed in both all-time meetings.

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  • Moneyline (ML): Brahmas -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Renegades +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Brahmas -2.5 (-105) | Renegades +2.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Brahmas at Renegades key injuries

Brahmas

  • QB Tom Flacco (undisclosed) out
  • QB Chase Garbers (undisclosed) injured reserve
  • RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (shoulder) out
  • WR Calvin Turner (undisclosed) out

Renegades

  • QB Holton Ahlers (undisclosed) out
  • WR Caleb Vander Esch (undisclosed) out
  • WR Isaiah Winstead (undisclosed) out

Brahmas at Renegades picks and predictions

Prediction

Brahmas 23, Renegades 18

Moneyline

The BRAHMAS (-140) are a solid play on the road in Arlington, as the Renegades (+115) just haven’t been able to get out of their own way so far this season.

San Antonio has leaned upon a decent offense while also relying upon a rock-solid defense to get off to a 3-1 start. Arlington tightened up on defense last week, but that was in part due to the fact Houston is so awful. The Renegades allowed 27 or more points in each of the first 3 games, so San Antonio should be able to move the ball well against Arlington.

Against the spread

If you prefer, the BRAHMAS -2.5 (-105) are also a solid play on the road. It would be silly to bet each thing together. Laying the points is much cheaper, and all San Antonio has to do is win by 3 points. You might prefer the moneyline, though, as San Antonio won its only previous road game by a single point in Week 2 at Memphis.

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Over/Under

UNDER 42.5 (-115) is the lean in this Week 5 Lone Star State matchup, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Over-Under has split in 4 games for Arlington, including 1-1 at home. The Under is 3-1 for San Antonio this season, though, while cashing in both XFL meetings last season between these 2 sides.

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DC Defenders at Birmingham Stallions odds, picks and predictions

Beat the sportsbook: Analyzing Saturday’s DC Defenders at Birmingham Stallions odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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One of the 3 Week 4 UFL games Saturday has the DC Defenders (2-1) on the road facing the Birmingham Stallions (3-0). Kickoff is at 7 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Defenders vs. Stallions odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The Defenders rallied for a 29-28 win as 1-point underdogs in the final minutes at Arlington Renegades in Week 3. Trailing 28-18 with less than 2:08 to go, RB Cam’Ron Harris scored a 1-yard rushing touchdown and QB Jordan Ta’amu ran in for the 2-point conversion to cut the deficit to 3. Using the alternate kickoff rule to try and maintain possession with a 4th-and-12 play, Ta’amu completed a 19-yard pass to WR Ty Scott to keep possession, and 4 snaps later, K Matthew McCrane hit a game-winning 49-yard field goal with 4 seconds remaining.

The Stallions won their 3rd straight game, beating the Memphis Showboats 33-14 as 7-point home favorites in Week 3. QB Adrian Martinez passed for 334 yards and 2 touchdowns and ran for a team-high 44 yards with a score.  Birmingham outgained Memphis 424 yards to 211.

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Defenders at Stallions odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Defenders +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Stallions -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Defenders +9 (-115) | Stallions -9 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Defenders at Stallions key injuries

Defenders

  • TE Briley Moore-McKinney (knee) out
  • DE Andre Mintze (hamstring) out
  • Montae Nicholson (neck) out

Stallions

  • Chris Blewitt (quad) out
  • CB Ike Brown (foot) out
  • OL Cole Schneider (knee, ankle) probable
  • OL Matt Kaskey (ankle, shoulder) probable

Defenders at Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 28, Defenders 13

Moneyline

The Stallions (-400) have the league’s top offense, averaging 26.7 points per game (PPG) and 374.3 yards per game. They also have the league’s top defense, allowing 13.7 PPG. They have not allowed more than 14 points in a game yet.

The Defenders (+310) gave up 28 to the Renegades.

There is no reason to bet against the Stallions yet, although the injury to Blewitt is something to watch to see whether the kicking game is affected.

However, betting the Stallions at -400 just makes no sense because there is no value.

PASS. 

Against the spread

The Stallions have covered the spread in all 3 games they have played, winning twice by double digits.

After being held to just 12 points in the opener, DC scored 23 and 29 points, respectively, in its next 2 games. The Defenders have won outright the last 2 weeks as underdogs.

With how the season has looked through 3 weeks, I am riding the Stallions until they give me a reason not to.

BET STALLIONS -9 (-105). 

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Over/Under

The Under was 2-0 in the Stallions’ 1st 2 games but the Over hit in Week 3 with their 33-point performance.

As mentioned, the Stallions haven’t allowed more than 14 points in a game this season, so it would take another 30-plus-point game for the Stallions for this Over to cash.

The Defenders have allowed more than 20 points only once this season.

BET UNDER 46.5 (-110). 

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