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New Orleans Breakers vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Breakers vs. Houston Gamblers Week 10 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The final week of the USFL regular season continues Sunday with the New Orleans Breakers (6-3) facing the Houston Gamblers (5-3). Kickoff is 4 p.m. ET at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis. (FS1). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Breakers vs. Gamblers odds, and make our expert USFL picks and predictions.

The Breakers knocked off the Memphis Showboats 31-3 last week in a pick’em matchup. The Under (42.5) hit in the game. It was the Breakers’ 2nd straight win after losing 3 in a row.

The Gamblers suffered a 38-15 loss to the Birmingham Stallions, failing to cover the 3.5-point spread as underdogs. They have lost 2 of their last 3 games.

These teams met in Week 2, with the Breakers winning 38-31.

The Breakers will clinch a playoff spot with a win, eliminating the Gamblers. If the Gamblers win, tiebreakers come into play.

If the Philadelphia Stars beat the Michigan Panthers in the late Sunday game, the Gamblers make the postseason on a strength of victory tiebreaker. If Michigan wins, the Breakers make it on point differential.

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Breakers vs. Gamblers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Breakers -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Gamblers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Breakers -4 (-110) | Gamblers +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Breakers vs. Gamblers key injuries

(From official team Twitter accounts)

Breakers

LB Shaheed Salmon (shoulder) out
DE Justus Reed (knee) out

Gamblers

OL Tyler Higby (back) questionable
TE Rodell Rahmaan (hamstring) questionable

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Breakers vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Breakers 27, Gamblers 16

Moneyline

The Breakers averaged 33.3 points per game in their 1st 4 games this season, all wins, but then scored only 10 points in each of their next 2 games. They have since averaged 25.0 points per game over their last 3 again.

Meanwhile, the Gamblers have not scored more than 20 points in their last 4 games.

The Breakers won the first matchup and are playing better than Houston, but the moneyline is too pricey to bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

Five of the Breakers’ 6 wins this season have been by at least 4 points. Three of the Gamblers’ 4 losses have been by at least 7 points. They are 1-4 when their opponents score more than 20 points.

BET BREAKERS -4 (-110).

Over/Under

The Breakers have not had a game reach 45 total points since Week 3. Five of the Gamblers’ 9 games have had totals of 45 or more, but 3 out of the last 4 games have not reached 45.

BET UNDER 44.5 (-110).

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Birmingham Stallions vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Birmingham Stallions vs. Houston Gamblers Week 9 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

Sunday’s USFL schedule for Week 9 begins with the Birmingham Stallions (6-2) taking on the Houston Gamblers (5-3). Kickoff is 1 p.m. ET at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn. (NBC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Stallions vs. Gamblers odds, and make our expert USFL picks and predictions.

The Stallions have won 3 straight games, including a 27-24 win over the Philadephia Stars last week, although they failed to cover the 6-point spread.

The Gamblers have won 5 of their last 6 games, but nearly lost last week. They beat the Maulers 20-19 as Pittsburgh missed a 41-yard potential game-winning FG with under 2 minutes remaining in the game. The Gamblers failed to cover the 3-point spread as favorites.

Houston beat Birmingham 27-20 in Week 5 covering as a 4.5-point favorite as the Over 46.5 hit.

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Stallions vs. Gamblers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Stallions -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Gamblers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Stallions -3.5 (-110) | Gamblers +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Stallions vs. Gamblers key injuries

(From official team Twitter accounts)

Stallions

DE Joe Jackson (infection) out

Gamblers

DT Jeffery Johnson (hand) out
OL Jordan Steckler (hamstring) questionable
LB Reggie Walker (ribs) questionable

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Stallions vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 27, Gamblers 23

Moneyline

The Stallions have won 3 straight games. They have scored at least 24 points in all but 1 game this season and at least 27 in all but 2. Their season-low was 20 points in their loss to the Gamblers in Week 5.

The Gamblers have won 5 of their last 6 games, but have not scored more than 20 points in the last 3 weeks.

After averaging 28.4 points per game in their 1st 5 games, they have scored only 18.7 per game over their last 3.

Expect the Stallions to avenge their earlier loss to the Gamblers, but the spread gives you a better value.

PASS.

Against the spread

Five of the Stallions’ 6 wins have been by at least 4 points. They are 4-4 ATS this season while the Gamblers are 3-5 ATS overall. Houston is 3-1 straight up and ATS as underdogs this season. But their recent reduced offensive production suggests they will not be able to keep up with Birmingham.

BET STALLIONS -3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

After the Over was 5-0 in the Gamblers’ first 5 games, the Under has hit in each of the last 3. Three of the Stallions’ games this season have had at least 46 points. The Gamblers have not had a game reach 46 points since their Week 5 meeting with the Stallions.

BET OVER 45.5 (-110).

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Houston Gamblers vs. Pittsburgh Maulers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Houston Gamblers vs. Pittsburgh Maulers Week 8 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

Week 8 of the USFL season kicks off Saturday with the Houston Gamblers (4-3) facing the Pittsburgh Maulers (2-5) at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio. Kickoff is set for noon ET (USA Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gamblers vs. Maulers odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers had their 4-game winning streak snapped as they fell 23-20 to the Memphis Showboats as 3.5-point favorites. Houston rallied from 13-3 down to take a 20-16 lead, only to give up a 64-yard touchdown pass with less than 2 minutes remaining.

The Maulers put up their best offensive performance of the season but lost their 2nd straight game, a 37-31 defeat to the Philadelphia Stars as 2.5-point favorites.

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Gamblers vs. Maulers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Gamblers -160 (bet $160 to win $100) | Maulers +135 (bet $100 to win $135)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers -3 (-110) | Maulers +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gamblers vs. Maulers key injuries

(From official team Twitter pages)

Gamblers

DT Jeffery Johnson (hand) out
OL Braylon Jones (ankle) out
TE Rodell Rahmaan (hamstring) questionable
OL Jordan Steckler (hamstring) doubtful
DE Reggie Walker (ribs) doubtful

Maulers

LB Malcolm Howard (Achilles) out

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Gamblers vs. Maulers picks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 32, Maulers 24

Moneyline

The Maulers (+135) exploded for 31 points last week, but it came against the Philadelphia Stars, who allow the most points per game in the league.

The Gamblers (-160) have allowed the 2nd-most points in the league (23.1 PPG), but they are also 2nd in the league in offensive points per game at 25.4.

The Maulers have scored more than 20 points in 3 of their last 4 games, but they won’t be able to keep up with Gamblers Saturday.

That said, with the line priced the way it is, we’ll get a better value betting the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

All 5 of the Maulers’ losses this season have been by 4 or more points.

All 4 of the Gamblers’ wins have been by 4 or more points.

BET GAMBLERS -3 (-110).

Over/Under

Five of the Gamblers’ 7 games this season have had totals of 43 or more.

The Maulers have only had 2 games with more than 42 total points this season, but facing a team last week known for allowing points (in Philadelphia) despite the Maulers’ trend of low-scoring games, the Over hit easily in the 37-31 loss.

BET OVER 42.5 (-110).

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Houston Gamblers at Memphis Showboats odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Gamblers at Memphis Showboats odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Gamblers (4-2) face the Memphis Showboats (3-3) Sunday in a Week 7 USFL game at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. ET (USA Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gamblers vs. Showboats odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers look to run it back after posting a 30-26 victory in Memphis in Week 3. While the Showboats covered the spread that day as 4.5-point underdogs, that win kicked off a 4-game win streak for Houston.

That loss for the Boats served as a wake-up call, however, as Memphis has rattled off 3 straight victories after slipping to 0-3 straight-up (SU) after the loss to the Gamblers. The Showboats have covered 4 straight outings, too.

In that Week 3 matchup, it was pretty even. Houston edged Memphis with 365 total yards to 317. The Gamblers posted 3 TDs in 3 trips to the red zone, while the Showboats managed just a single TD in 3 red-zone visits. That was the difference. Houston also gobbled up 132 rushing yards, to just 21 yards on 15 attempts (1.4 yards per rush) for Memphis.

The Under cashed for Houston last week in a 16-10 win over New Jersey in Memphis, the 1st Under after a 5-0 run for the Over to start.

The Under has cashed in 3 straight games for the Showboats, and the defense has allowed just 20 total points during the streak, including a shutout of the Pittsburgh Maulers last weekend.

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Gamblers at Showboats odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Gamblers -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Showboats +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
Against the spread: Gamblers -3.5 (-110) | Showboats +3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gamblers at Showboats key injuries

(From official team Twitter pages)

Gamblers

TE Brandon Barnes (hand) out
DT Julian McCleod (hamstring) out

Showboats

DT Frank Herron (knee) out
CB Jermaine Kelly (groin) questionable
OL Darta Lee (knee) out
S Lamont McPhatter II (ankle) out
DT Viane Moala (hip) out

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Gamblers at Showboats picks and predictions

Prediction

Showboats 22, Gamblers 20

Moneyline

MEMPHIS (+140) is a value play at home, as they’ll have revenge on their minds as well.

Memphis has won 3 in a row since losing to the Gamblers (-165) in Week 3, and the Showboats have covered 4 in a row overall. This is a Showboats defense playing with a lot of confidence, and the Gamblers will definitely not march up and down the field like they did in the 1st meeting.

Against the spread

MEMPHIS +3.5 (-110) is a decent play, especially catching 3 and a hook at home. The Showboats have covered 4 straight games after opening 0-2 ATS.

There is risk here, as Houston -3.5 (-110) has rattled off 3 straight covers after opening 0-3 ATS. The difference is venue, and the Boats will be right at home in the Liberty Bowl, as they look to stay hot.

Over/Under

UNDER 42.5 (-110) is the play, but go lightly with a half-unit at best.

The Under has connected in 3 straight outings for the Showboats, as defense has been the rule with just 6.7 PPG allowed in the 3-game span. The Memphis offense is still a work in progress, too, posting an average of just 19.2 PPG across the last 5 outings.

While the Over started out 5-0 for the Gamblers, the Under cashed last week, and Houston’s defense allowed a season-low 10 points against the Generals.

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New Jersey Generals vs Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Jersey Generals vs. Houston Gamblers Week 6 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Week 6 schedule for the USFL closes out Sunday with the New Jersey Generals (2-3) taking on the Houston Gamblers (3-2). Kickoff at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis is 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Generals vs. Gamblers odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Generals lost their 2nd straight game last week, 24-21 to the Philadelphia Stars. The Generals were 6.5-point favorites.

The Gamblers won their 3rd straight game last week, defeating the defending champion Birmingham Stallions 27-20 as 4.5-point underdogs.

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Generals vs. Gamblers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Generals -225 (bet $225 to win $100) | Gamblers +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
Against the spread (ATS): Generals -5.5 (-110) | Gamblers +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 48.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Generals vs. Gamblers key injuries

Generals

OL Isaiah Battle (calf) doubtful
WR Darrell Stewart Jr. (hamstring) doubtful

Gamblers

TE Brandon Barnes (hand) out
OL Jordan Steckler (hamstring) questionable

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Generals vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 24, Generals 20

Moneyline

The Generals only allow 17.4 points per game, but have lost 2 straight while the Gamblers have been rolling since starting the season 0-2. The Gamblers have won 3 games in a row and have averaged 32.7 points per game in the winning streak. Ride the hot hand for a big payout on the upset.

BET GAMBLERS (+180).

Against the spread

The Gamblers’ 2 losses this season were by at least a touchdown while the Generals’ 2 wins this season were both by at least 15 points, But expecting the Gamblers to pick up the outright win, there is no need to bet them on the spread because of the much better payout on the moneyline.

PASS.

Over/Under

Three of the Gamblers’ games this season have had over 50 total points. The Generals have not yet had a game with more than 43 points.

BET UNDER 48.5 (-115).

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Houston Gamblers at Birmingham Stallions odds, picks and predictions

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

The Houston Gamblers (2-2) and Birmingham Stallions (3-1) meet Saturday for a Week 5 USFL game at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gamblers vs. Stallions odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers routed the Philadelphia Stars 41-16 last weekend in Detroit. Houston’s offense managed just 13 points in a Week 1 loss against Michigan, but the Gamblers have rolled up 30 or more points in their last 3 outings and the Over has cashed in all 4 of their games to date.

The Stallions were on the winning side of a 24-20 score against the Pittsburgh Maulers in Canton, Ohio, in Week 4 but they failed to cover for the 2nd straight outing after going 2-0 straight-up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) in the first 2 outings. The Under also cashed in the first 2 games but Birmingham has hit the Over in its last 2 contests.

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Gamblers at Stallions odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Gamblers +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Stallions -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers +4.5 (-110) | Stallions -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gamblers at Stallions key injuries

Gamblers

QB Kenji Bahar (ankle) questionable

Stallions

WR Deon Cain (illness) out
DE Joe Jackson (ankle) out
LB Rashad Smith (ankle) questionable
DB JoJo Tillery (ankle) out
LB Scooby Wright (calf) out

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Gamblers at Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 34, Gamblers 30

Moneyline

The Stallions (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s just too much risk for not enough reward.

Birmingham’s defense has struggled in the past 2 weekends, allowing 65 total points. It is problematic that Smith and Wright are on the injury report as injured linebackers could open up plenty of open spaces for the Gamblers to operate.

PASS.

Against the spread

The GAMBLERS +4.5 (-110) are worth a look, although circle back around and make sure Bahar is active and ready to play before committing. If he sits, QB Terry Wilson would get the starting nod. He was serviceable last week after Bahar exited with an ankle.

The Stallions have the offense to make plenty of noise, but the defense has struggled lately.

Over/Under

OVER 46.5 (-110) is worth playing Saturday.

The Over has cashed in each of the past 2 games for Birmingham, with the Stallions allowing 65 points during the span. The Stallions have scored 24 or more points in all 4 games, too.

The Gamblers have scored 30 or more points in 3 games in a row and have allowed 26 or more points in 3 of their 4 outings. It could be quite a shootout in Birmingham.

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Houston Gamblers vs Philadelphia Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Gamblers vs. Philadelphia Stars Week 4 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

Week 4 of the 2023 USFL season kicks off with the Houston Gamblers (1-2) facing the Philadelphia Stars (1-2) on Saturday. Kickoff at Ford Field in Detroit is at noon ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gamblers vs. Stars odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers picked up their 1st win of the season last week with a 30-26 road victory over the Memphis Showboats. However, they did not cover the 4.5-point spread as the favorites and the Over cashed.

The Stars lost for the 2nd straight week, falling 21-13 to the Pittsburgh Maulers in Detroit last week, The Stars were 6.5-point favorites. The total went Under the projected 42.5.

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Gamblers vs. Stars odds

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Moneyline (ML): Gamblers +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Stars -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers +2.5 (-110) | Stars -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 46.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gamblers vs. Stars key injuries

Gamblers

RB T.J. Pledger (ankle) out
DT Damion Daniels (knee) out
P Andrew Galitz (foot) out
OT Jordan Steckler (neck) out

Stars

S Joshua Moon (hamstring) out
DL Cedrick Lattimore (Achilles) out
LB Jordan Genmark Heath (hamstring) out

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Gamblers vs. Starspicks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 31, Stars 20

Moneyline

The Stars opened the season with a 27-23 win, but have only scored 23 points combined in the 2 games that followed. Houston has scored at least 30 in consecutive weeks and appears to be improving.

With the upward trend of the Gamblers and downward trend of the Stars, BET GAMBLERS (+120) for the outright win.

Against the spread

The Stars have not covered the spread in the last 2 games in either loss. The Gamblers have not covered the spread this season. However, with their offense scoring 30 and 31 the last 2 weeks and with the Stars scoring a combined 23, this is the week they break through.

But because we like the Gamblers on the moneyline with positive odds, that is the better bet than the spread.

PASS.

Over/Under

The Stars’ last 2 games have each had a total of 34 while the Gamblers’ last 2 games had totals of 69 and 56.

Houston is not struggling to score. They have also allowed 64 points over the last 2 weeks.

BET OVER 46.5 (-110).

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Memphis Showboats vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Memphis Showboats vs. Houston Gamblers odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Gamblers (0-2) and the Memphis Showboats (0-2) meet Saturday for a Week 3 USFL game at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Generals vs. Showboats odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers have suffered a pair of losses so far this season. Houston was turnover-prone in a Week 1 loss against Michigan in Week 1, falling 29-13 as a 1-point favorite. The Gamblers had a nice offensive performance in Week 2, but allowed 38 points in a 38-31 setback to the New Orleans Breakers. The Over is 2-0 for Houston so far.

The Showboats were on the short end of a 27-23 loss at home against the Philadelphia Stars in a very entertaining Week 1 game. However, Memphis was completely shown up at Birmingham last weekend, as the Stallions blasted the Boats 42-2. Memphis is 0-2 against the spread so far this season, with the Over/Under splitting 1-1.

This game is being played on the home field of Memphis, although technically, Houston is considered the ‘home’ team.

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Showboats vs. Gamblers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Showboats +170 (bet $100 to win $170) | Gamblers -210 (bet $210 to win $10)
Against the spread (ATS): Showboats +4.5 (-105) | Gamblers -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Showboats vs. Gamblers key injuries

Showboats

S Stephen Griffin (foot) doubtful
LB Jeff McCulloch (hamstring) questionable
CB Josh Nurse (hamstring, back) doubtful
S Antonio Reed (knee) questionable

Gamblers

None

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Showboats vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 29, Showboats 23

Moneyline

The Gamblers (-210) will cost you over 2 times your potential return, and that’s just too costly on a team playing on the home field of the opponent even if it is technically the ‘home’ team.

The Gamblers are 0-2 straight up and ATS, so it isn’t like they have lit it up so far.

PASS.

Against the spread

Roll with the GAMBLERS -4.5 (-115) to cover, although I’d go rather lightly.

These are both bad teams, in particular on defense. Houston allows the 2nd-most yards through the air, so QB Brady White and the Showboats should be able to move the ball. However, Houston RB TJ Pledger should have a giant game for the Gamblers. Memphis has yielded a USFL-worst 133 rushing yards per game so far.

Over/Under

OVER 43.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board in this battle of winless teams.

Houston has a porous pass defense, while White and the Showboats should find a lot more success on offense than they did last week against Birmingham. The Generals should also be able to pile up the rushing yards on a bad Showboats run defense. Look for a healthy number of points in Week 3.

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Houston Gamblers vs. New Orleans Breakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Houston Gamblers vs. New Orleans Breakers odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Houston Gamblers (0-1) and the New Orleans Breakers (1-0) meet Saturday for a Week 2 game at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. ET (USA Network). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Gamblers vs. Breakers odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Gamblers opened the season with a disappointing 29-13 setback against the Michigan Panthers in Memphis as 1-point favorites with the Over (38.5) connecting. Houston managed just 194 total yards of offense while allowing 327 total yards to Michigan. The Gamblers threw for just 96 total yards — 4.4 yards per attempt.

Plus, Houston turned the ball over 4 times and had a minus-3 turnover differential, losing 2 fumbles with 2 interceptions.

The Breakers dominated the time of possession in a 22-15 win over the Pittsburgh Maulers in Week 1 with a 37:18 TOP compared to Pittsburgh’s 22:42.

The Breakers, who covered the spread as 3.5-point favorites, finished with 332 total yards and held the Maulers to just 156. Most of New Orleans’ yards came through the air (270), while Pittsburgh only had 72 passing yards.

New Orleans lost a fumble, and it was on the short end of a minus-1 turnover differential, but it still managed to win.

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Gamblers vs. Breakers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Gamblers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Breakers -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers +6.5 (-110) | Breakers -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Gamblers vs. Breakers key injuries

(From official team Twitter pages)

Gamblers

OL Tyler Higby (shoulder) out
DL Ikenna Onwuasoanya (knee) out
OL Kristjan Sokoli (shoulder) questionable

Breakers

WR Jonathan Adams (hip) probable
CB Adonis Alexander (back) probable
DB Nevelle Clarke (elbow) probable
DL Connor Christian (oblique) probable
S Jarey Elder (shoulder) probable
S Greg Eisworth II (chest, knee) probable
DL Justus Reed (shoulder) probable
TE Sage Surratt (knee) probable
K Matthew White (leg) questionable

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Gamblers vs. Breakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Breakers 23, Gamblers 16

Moneyline

The Breakers (-225) will cost 2.25 times your potential return. That’s a little expensive. Over the long term, it’s not a very good strategy playing such heavy favorites.

PASS, and look to the line instead.

Against the spread

Backing the BREAKERS -6.5 (-110) lightly is worth the play. New Orleans covered last week on this very same field, and it facing a Gamblers squad that was awfully sloppy with the ball. In addition, Houston did very little through the air, and it will struggle tremendously against a sturdy New Orleans defense.

Over/Under

UNDER 42 (-110) is the BEST PLAY in this game.

The Breakers defense allowed just 156 total yards against the Maulers in Week 1, and it should be able to throw a blanket on this Gamblers offense. Houston did allow 29 points last week, but the New Orleans offense isn’t likely to be nearly as effective. It also had its struggles last weekend.

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Michigan Panthers vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Michigan Panthers vs. Houston Gamblers odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Michigan Panthers and the Houston Gamblers meet Sunday in the Week 1 opener at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn. Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (NBC/Peacock). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Panthers vs. Gamblers odds, and make our expert USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Panthers were a dismal 2-8 in 2022, and Michigan posted a minus-25 point differential while going 0-4 in 4 tries against South Division teams.

The Gamblers weren’t much better, turning in a 3-7 record with a minus-12 point differential. However, Houston finished the season on a 2-game win streak, including a surprising 17-15 win in Week 9 over the eventual champion Birmingham Stallions.

Houston is expected to use Kenji Bahar as the starting signal caller, while Michigan rolls with QB Josh Love.

These teams met April 17, 2022, in Week 1 last season, and Houston came away with a 17-12 win. The highlight of the game was a 90-yard scoop and score by Reggie Northrop.

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Panthers vs. Gamblers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:37 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Panthers -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Gamblers -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Panthers +1 (-115) | Gamblers -1 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Panthers vs. Gamblers key injuries

Panthers

CB KiAnte Hardin (undisclosed) out

Gamblers

S Stefan Claiborne (undisclosed) out
LB Marcel Spears (undisclosed) out

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Panthers vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 23, Panthers 19

Moneyline

The GAMBLERS (-110) look to get new coach Curtis Johnson off to a good start, while the Panthers (-110) turn to veteran college coach Mike Nolan to steer their ship.

Houston turned the ball over 15 times last season, and it’s something it must correct quickly. Bahar won a 3-man battle under center, and when he is not passing, he has the luxury to hand off to battering ram RB Mark Thompson, who posted a team-best 463 rushing yards on the ground with 2 TD in 2022. Houston also has some solid options in the pass game with WRs Deontez Alexander, Tyler Palka and Anthony Ratliff-Williams.

Against the spread

Backing the GAMBLERS -1 (-105) is slightly cheaper than the moneyline. Hey, every little bit counts. Houston covered last season’s Week 1 opener against Michigan, and will do so again.

Over/Under

OVER 38.5 (-110) is the lean in Memphis, although the crowd won’t be nearly as lively as it was Saturday for the Philadelphia Stars-Memphis Showboats matchup featuring the hometown team. Still, we saw a healthy amount of points Saturday at the Liberty Bowl, and the books tend to post low lines for these early-season spring games, with the offense tending to exceed expectations. Look for more of the same here.

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