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Birmingham Stallions vs. New Orleans Breakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Birmingham Stallions vs. New Orleans Breakers Week 3 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Birmingham Stallions (2-0) take on the New Orleans Breakers (2-0) Saturday at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Stallions vs. Breakers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

After two weeks of USFL action, the Stallions and Breakers are the only undefeated teams in the 8-team league. They are tied atop the South Division.

The Stallions opened with a thrilling 28-24 victory over the New Jersey Generals before eking out a 33-28 win over the Houston Gamblers. QB J’Mar Smith threw for 229 yards and 2 scores, while RB C.J. Marable was good for 96 scrimmage yards and 2 TDs in the Houston win as Birmingham finished with 391 total yards.

The Breakers topped the Philadelphia Stars 23-17 in the opener before putting it on the Tampa Bay Bandits by a 34-3 in Week 2. QB Kyle Sloter threw for 266 yards with 2 TDs against the Bandits, while adding a rushing TD.

Stallions vs. Breakers 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 4:01 p.m. ET.

Money line: Stallions +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Breakers -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Stallions +5.5 (-110) | Breakers -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stallions vs. Breakers key injuries

Stallions

LB Terrill Hanks (hamstring) out
QB Alex McGough (ankle) probable

Breakers

RB T.J. Logan Jr. (foot) out
WR Shawn Poindexter (thigh) probable
QB Kyle Sloter (hand) probable

Stallions vs. Breakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 23, Breakers 21

Money line

The STALLIONS (+180) represent a decent value in this battle of the unbeatens, and hey, they are on their home field, right?

Birmingham has played well this season, putting up points, while it has a nice one-two punch with Smith and Marable. Running the ball is key, and Marable looked good doing so last week.

With both starting quarterbacks listed as probable, go lightly.

Against the spread

The STALLIONS +5.5 (-110) are a fine play catching the points if you’re not feeling them straight up. Whether or not Smith can go for Birmingham, Marable looked good on the ground, and he catch it out of the backfield, too.

Over/Under

The lean is to the UNDER 44.5 (-110) in this showdown.

After both teams scored at least 33 points in Week 2, you might like the Over here, however, both starting signal callers are nursing injuries.

There isn’t as much depth in the USFL to make up for losses. If one or both quarterbacks are out or limited, the points will be seriously curtailed.

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Birmingham Stallions vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Birmingham Stallions vs. Houston Gamblers Week 2 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Birmingham Stallions (1-0) face the Houston Gamblers (1-0) Saturday for a Week 2 USFL matchup. Kickoff is 7 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Stallions vs. Gamblers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Stallions won the league’s first game of the season, picking up a 28-24 victory over the New Jersey Generals. The Stallions were underdogs in the game but, after allowing a go-ahead field goal with under two minutes left, quarterback J’Mar Smith led a 50-yard drive that ended with him rushing for the game-winning touchdown from 2 yards out with 29 seconds left in the game.

The Gamblers scored 17 first-half points against the Michigan Panthers, including a defensive touchdown, and held on for a 17-12 victory in their season-opening affair.

Stallions vs. cdGamblers 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 8:31 a.m. ET.

Money line: Stallions -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Gamblers +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread (ATS): Stallions -3 (-110) | Gamblers +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Stallions vs. Gamblers key injuries

Stallions

RB Jordan Chunn (hamstring) out
OL O’Shea Dugas (back) probable
QB Alex McGough (ankle) out
DB Josh Shaw (quad) questionable

Gamblers

OL Avery Gennesy (knee) probable
RB Mark Thompson (thigh) probable
DB Ryan White (ankle) questionable

Stallions vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 20, Gamblers 13

Money line

The Stallions are the only team to have a true home-field advantage, as all games are played in Birmingham. They also scored the most points of the week in their season opener.

The Gamblers relied on their defense making plays but allowed two very long drives to the Panthers in the first quarter before getting a takeaway and a red-zone stop.

Considering the offense the Stallions put up and the yards the Gamblers allowed early last week, take STALLIONS (-155).

Against the spread

The Stallions won their opener as the underdog, as only one favorite won in Week 1. Including Friday’s Week 2 game, the underdog has won in four of five games this season.

That said, I’m looking at the Stallions to pick up the win. The Gamblers only scored 6 points after the first quarter in their season opener.

Take STALLIONS -3 (-110).

Over/Under

The Stallions’ opener is the only game to go Over the projected total this season. Points have decreased in each game since, and Week 2’s opening game finished with a total of only 16 points.

Besides the Stallions’ 28-24 win last week, the highest total leading into their Saturday game is 40.

Take UNDER 41 (-110).

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New Jersey Generals at Birmingham Stallions odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Jersey Generals vs. Birmingham Stallions Week 1 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The USFL makes its return this weekend. The 8-team league has 4 games this weekend to open its 10-week season. The first game Saturday has the New Jersey Generals taking on the Birmingham Stallions. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Generals vs. Stallions odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Generals are coached by Mike Riley and the starting quarterback is expected to be Luis Perez. Defensively, they are led by former Denver Broncos and Arizona Cardinals cornerback De’Vante Bausby.

The Stallions are coached by Skip Holtz and former Florida International QB Alex McGough will lead the offense. The Stallions are the only team that will have a true home-field advantage. All 40 USFL games this season with be played in Birmingham.

Generals at Stallions 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 Friday at 12:26 p.m. ET.

Money line: Generals +122 (bet $100 to win $122) | Stallions -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Generals +2.5 (-110) | Stallions -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Generals at Stallions key injuries

Generals

OL Calvin Ashley (knee) doubtful
RB Mike Weber (knee) questionable
WR Darrius Shepherd (hamstring) probable
TE Nick Truesdell (groin) questionable
OL Garrett McGhin (calf) probable

Stallions

OL O’Shea Dugas (lower back) out
RB Jordan Chunn (hamstring) out

Generals at Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 24, Generals 20

Money line

Bet STALLIONS (-150).

Without having anything to go on in terms of trends and judging only on the talent on the roster and the coaching staffs, the one thing that could make a difference is the true home-field advantage that Birmingham has.

The Generals have the longest odds (+750) in the league to win the championship this season, so they are expected to be the worst team.

The Generals’ Riley is the more decorated coach, but their quarterback situation is not as solid as the Stallions. At least as a guide for the first week before we see any play on the field, go with the better quarterback and the home field. Take the STALLIONS (-150).

Against the spread

The Stallions are given a basic 2.5-point advantage in the opener.

The USFL has standard scoring opportunities but do offer one thing that could mess with spreads. They have a 3-point attempt that teams can run after a touchdown from the 10-yard line, so teams can potentially score 9 points in a possession.

That said, the spread is a better value for you than the money line if you like the Stallions to win. Take the STALLIONS -2.5 (-110).

Over/Under

This first game sets the tone for the entire league and season. We hope there is plenty of scoring. As it has been hard for most any offseason football league to maintain the attention of NFL fans, the way to do that is to put points on the board.

This first game’s total is staying on the low side. I anticipate each team reaching the 20s.

Take OVER 42.5 (-110).

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