XFL Conference Championship: San Antonio Brahmas at St. Louis Battlehawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s San Antonio Brahmas at St. Louis Battlehawks odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The San Antonio Brahmas (7-3) return to the most hostile stadium in the league to face the St. Louis Battlehawks (7-3) Sunday in the XFL Conference Championship at the Dome at America’s Center at 7 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Brahmas vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

These teams battle for the 2nd week in a row for the right to play the 2-time defending champion Birmingham Stallions in the UFL Championship Game in St. Louis June 16. Birmingham advanced with an 31-18 victory over the Michigan Panthers Saturday in the USFL Conference Championship.

The Brahmas lost a wild one 13-12 last week after the Battlehawks used their super challenge to bring back what was believed to be the go-ahead 2-point conversion. It was overturned due to an illegal man downfield. They had another shot to win it and missed a field goal. Even more devastating was that QB Chase Garbers (wrist) reinjured his left wrist late in the 1st half and didn’t return. QB Quinten Dormady led the team back from 10-0 to put them in position to win it. He was electric with 188 yards on 15-for-27 passing and a touchdown. Garbers is listed as questionable, but after Dormady performed so well, you would think it’s his game.

QB AJ McCarron returned from a high-ankle sprain last week and was definitely rusty and not 100 percent. He went 10-for-24 for 115 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT, and his mobility in the pocket was limited. He was sacked 3 times. The team called 3 straight running plays on their first drive, which went nowhere and told you everything you needed to know about McCarron’s outlook. He was slinging it later in the game and even took off running a few times, taking a hit on the injured ankle out of bounds but got back up. RB Jacob Saylors rushed 12 times for 50 yards, and RB Wayne Gallman ran 6 times for 41 yards. The Battlehawks have not been beaten at home.

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Brahmas at Battlehawks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Brahmas +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Battlehawks -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Brahmas +3 (-105) | Battlehawks -3 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 44 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Brahmas at Battlehawks key injuries

Brahmas

  • QB Chase Garbers (wrist) questionable
  • DB A.J. Hendy (hamstring) out
  • CB BoPete Keyes (illness) out
  • RB John Lovett (chest) probable
  • RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (shoulder) questionable
  • DT Jaylen Twyman (ankle) questionable

Battlehawks

  • FS Qwynnterrio Cole (ankle) questionable
  • WR Chris Garrett (concussion) out
  • WR Jerome Kapp (hamstring) out

Brahmas at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 21, Brahmas 17

Moneyline

After closing at -160 last week, the Battlehawks are even heavier favorites in this XFL Conference Championship game. St. Louis ran a really passive offensive game plan last week, and that could have been partly because of McCarron’s limitations and by design.

I look for Battlehawks coach Anthony Becht and offensive coordinator Bruce Gradkowski to pull out all of their tricks. The Battlehawks have the best stable of receivers in the league. At -165, though, I’d rather go to the spread.

PASS.

Against the spread

St. Louis is 1-1 ATS against the Brahmas this season. The Battlehawks prevailed as 1-point favorites 31-24 in Week 3 but were unable to cover as 2.5-point faves last week. Dormady was impressive last week, but he has been pretty meh overall. With a full week to gameplan for him, I’ll take the BATTLEHAWKS -3 (-115).

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Over/Under

The Under cashed and then some with the lowly 13-12 output last week. I expect bigger things this week, but the total has risen to 44. While that is certainly plausible, it’s too high of a number for me.

Take the UNDER 44 (-110).

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San Antonio Brahmas at St. Louis Battlehawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s San Antonio Brahmas at St. Louis Battlehawks odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The San Antonio Brahmas (7-2) travel to the most hostile stadium in the league to face the St. Louis Battlehawks (6-3) Saturday at the Dome at America’s Center at 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Brahmas vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

This game will determine where these teams will meet in the Conference Championship Game Sunday, June 9, for the right to play in the UFL Championship Game in St. Louis June 16.

The Brahmas are runnin’ wild after handing the Birmingham Stallions their 1st defeat of the season last week by an 18-9 score. QB Chase Garbers returned for his first action since the April 14 loss to the Battlehawks and went 16-for-23 for 139 yards, no scores and no INTs. He missed more than a month with a left wrist injury. He was one of the league’s leading passers upon the time of his injury. RB Anthony McFarland was good on the ground with 15 rushes for 81 yards, and he caught 6 balls for 34 yards.

The Battlehawks also lost their signal caller and were roughed up by the Arlington Renegades 36-22 last week. QB Manny Wilkins was 18-for-32 for 179 yards, 1 TD and 3 INTs. He also rushed 10 times for 51 yards and 2 TDs. RB Jacob Saylors led the RB tandem with 14 rushes for 104 yards. The loss dropped them a game behind the Brahmas for the top spot in the XFL conference. A win Saturday would clinch home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. QB AJ McCarron is questionable this week.

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Brahmas at Battlehawks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Brahmas +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Battlehawks -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Brahmas +2.5 (+100) | Battlehawks -2.5 (-120)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Brahmas at Battlehawks key injuries

Brahmas

  • OL Rashaad Coward (shoulder) out
  • QB Quinten Dormady (shoulder) probable
  • DB A.J. Hendy (hamstring) out
  • LB Joel Iyiegbuniwe (foot) out
  • RB John Lovett (chest) doubtful
  • RB Anthony McFarland Jr. (shoulder) out
  • S Jordan Mosley (shoulder) questionable
  • LB Garrett Nelson (shoulder) probable
  • DT Caeveon Patton (ankle) out
  • LB Tim Ward (ankle) out

Battlehawks

  • WR Ja’Marcus Bradley (neck) out
  • WR Jerome Kapp (hamstring) out
  • QB AJ McCarron (ankle) questionable

Brahmas at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 27, Brahmas 24

Moneyline

McCarron’s status is crucial here. The Brahmas got their QB back, and they’re on a roll. But the Battlehawks are unbeaten at home this season. They know they need this game because they’re 2-3 on the road.

Even if it’s on a limited basis, I think McCarron goes. But risking -160 here with his status up in the air isn’t worth it.

PASS.

Against the spread

Other books have it at an even 3, so I like the Battlehawks having the extra room here to cash this one. They cashed 6 straight spreads before McCarron went down against the DC Defenders a couple of weeks ago. They took care of San Antonio in their house 31-24 in Week 3, and I look for a close one, but I’ll take the BATTLEHAWKS -2.5 (-120).

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Over/Under

The Battlehawks’ defense has been shaky the last 3 games, giving up 29 points per game. They’ve also averaged 24.7 PPG during the stretch, and this is a pretty generous total.

My favorite bet in this game is OVER 42.5 (-110).

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St. Louis Battlehawks at Arlington Renegades odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s St. Louis Battlehawks at Arlington Renegades odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The St. Louis Battlehawks (6-2) take on the Arlington Renegades (1-7) at Choctaw Stadium Saturday at noon ET (ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Battlehawks vs. Renegades odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

The Battlehawks survived without QB AJ McCarron (ankle), WR Jahcour Pearson (ankle) and WR Marcell Ateman (illness) last week with a 26-21 victory over the DC Defenders to clinch a playoff berth. QB Manny Wilkins filled in going 9 for 18 for 126 yards and rushed 12 times for 79 yards. RBs Wayne Gallman (9-35-2) and Jacob Saylors (10-27-1) did the heavy lifting to get the W.

The Renegades came off their 1st win of the season with a 20-15 setback against the San Antonio Brahmas last week. QB Luis Perez went 22 for 33 for 209 yards and 2 TDs. The Renegades lost 27-24 in St. Louis in Week 2 and have a chance to foil the Battlehawks’ quest of home-field advantage.

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Battlehawks at Renegades odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Battlehawks -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Renegades +150 (bet $100 to win $150)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Battlehawks -3 (-110) | Renegades +3 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 46 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Battlehawks at Renegades key injuries

Battlehawks

  • WR Ja’Marcus Bradley (neck) out
  • CB Lavert Hill (concussion) out
  • QB AJ McCarron (ankle) questionable
  • LB Lakiem Williams (arm) out

Renegades

  • RB Leddie Brown (knee) out
  • DT Jalen Redmond (ankle) questionable
  • CB Jamar Summers (concussion) probable

Battlehawks at Renegades picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 24, Renegades 17

Moneyline

McCarron is listed as questionable, but I would consider him more doubtful. But “Peezy” Pearson and Ateman are fit to return, and the Battlehawks beat a better team in the Defenders than the Renegades without all 3 last week. I think they find a way to get it done. WR Hakeem Butler is one of the best receivers in the league, and while Wilkins leaves a lot to be desired through the air, the stable of RBs, and his threat to run, should open up the trio of Butler, Pearson and Ateman.

I wouldn’t bet -175 on the ML here, but if McCarron gets ruled out, and it drops to -160. I’d get in there.

PASS.

Against the spread

This pot has the potential to sweeten if McCarron gets ruled out, but I’m on board with BATTLEHAWKS -3 (-110).

The Renegades played the Battlehawks closely in Week 2, but they’ve scored 15 or fewer 3 times in the last 5 weeks.

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Over/Under

The Battlehawks barely cashed an Over 43.5 last week, and the number jumps up even more this week. As mentioned, the Renegades have posted 15 points or fewer 3 times in the last 5 games, and I look for St. Louis to run the ball and control the clock.

Take the UNDER 46 (-110).

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

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

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The DC Defenders (3-4) take on the St. Louis Battlehawks (5-2) Sunday at The Dome at America’s Center at noon ET (ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Defenders vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

The Defenders laid an egg in a 22-9 home loss to the Michigan Panthers last week. QB Jordan Ta’amu went 10-for-14 for 127 yards, 1 TD and no INTs before leaving with a concussion. Seven players combined to rush 13 times for 58 yards in the game.

The Battlehawks had a 5-game winning streak snapped with a 30-26 road loss to the undefeated Birmingham Stallions last week. QB AJ McCarron went 19-for-32 for 161 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT in the game. He took a low hit late in the game that caused an ankle injury, which will keep him out this week.

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Defenders at Battlehawks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Defenders +320 (bet $100 to win $320) | Battlehawks -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Defenders +7.5 (-115) | Battlehawks -7.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Defenders at Battlehawks key injuries

Defenders

  • LB Francis Bernard (shoulder) out
  • OT Jarrid Williams (pectoral) out

Battlehawks

  • WR Marcell Ateman (illness) out
  • QB AJ McCarron (ankle) out
  • WR Jahcour Pearson (ankle) out
  • CB Brandon Sebastian (hand) out

Defenders at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 21, Defenders 20

Moneyline

The Battlehawks are without 3 key starters in McCarron, Pearson and Ateman. That should not be glossed over. Yes, they play in the loudest venue in the league in the Battledome, but Ta’amu played there in the 2020 version of the XFL before Covid shut things down. He’ll be able to navigate the noise.

I think St. Louis has enough to get the job done, and I’m just not seeing enough on offense from DC to make the leap. PASS and look to the spread.

Against the spread

The Defenders are 2-3-2 ATS this season. They beat the Battlehawks twice in the XFL last season. Ta’amu is fit to return, and he’ll help the DEFENDERS +7.5 (-115) cash.

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Over/Under

The Battlehawks have been crushing Overs, but being without their top QB and 2 of their 3 top wideouts will sting. They’ll likely rely on the running game to open some things up, and I look for more of a low-scoring affair. The Defenders are averaging just 14.3 PPG their last 4 games.

Take the UNDER 43.5 (-105).

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St. Louis Battlehawks at Birmingham Stallions odds, picks and predictions

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

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The St. Louis Battlehawks (5-1) hit the road for a Week 7 battle with the Birmingham Stallions (6-0) Saturday at Protective Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Battlehawks vs. Stallions odds and make our expert UFL picks and predictions.

The 1st-place Battlehawks lead the XFL Conference, 1 game clear of the San Antonio Brahmas for the top spot. St. Louis also sports a plus-70 point differential while posting 5 consecutive victories.

The Battlehawks have cashed against the spread (ATS) in 5 straight outings, too, while the Over has hit in 4 of the previous 5. St. Louis is averaging 38 points per game (PPG) in the past 2 road games while allowing just 18.

The Stallions have not only won all 6 games to date, leading the USFL Conference, but they’re 5-1 ATS. The offense has posted 32 or more points in 3 of the past 4 games while cashing the Over in 4 of 6. At home, Birmingham is averaging 26.5 PPG while allowing just 16.

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Battlehawks at Stallions odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Battlehawks +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Stallions -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread: Battlehawks +4.5 (-115) | Stallions -4.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Battlehawks at Stallions key injuries

Battlehawks

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

Stallions

  • QB Amari Rodgers (undisclosed) out
  • RB Larry Rountree III (undisclosed) out
  • QB J’Mar Smith (undisclosed) out

Battlehawks at Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 29, Battlehawks 23

Moneyline

The Stallions (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s too much risk for not enough reward in this battle of 1st-place teams.

Birmingham welcomed back RB CJ Marable last week in Memphis after sitting in Week 5 against the skidding Houston Roughnecks due to an undisclosed injury. Marable returned with 31 rushing yards on 5 attempts while posting 4 receptions for 12 yards and a score. The rich get richer, and that’s not good for the rest of the UFL.

PASS.

Against the spread

The STALLIONS -4.5 (-105) are a strong play in this clash of the UFL titans.

Birmingham has cashed in 5 of the past 6 games, although it does come with some risk. The Stallions are just 1-1 ATS in 2 home games.

The Battlehawks +4.5 (-115) have won and covered 5 in a row since a loss at Michigan in Week 1. If this game were inside the raucous dome of St. Louis, the ‘Hawks would be the play. But in Birmingham, side with the defending USFL champs.

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Over/Under

OVER 47.5 (-105) is a solid play in this Week 7 battle.

Birmingham has a suffocating defense, but St. Louis has a strong passing game, and it should be able to move the ball on the Stallions. Birmingham was dinged for 21 points last week in Memphis, which is a good sign for St. Louis. The Showboats scored a season-high in points against the unbeaten Stallions, so imagine what the Battlehawks can do.

St. Louis also has a pretty strong D, allowing just 10 PPG in the past 2 outings. But the offense is on point, averaging 31.4 PPG in the past 5. This game has the potential to be a track meet. Enjoy.

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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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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

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:01 a.m. ET.

  • 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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Memphis Showboats at St. Louis Battlehawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Memphis Showboats at St. Louis Battlehawks odds and lines, with expert UFL picks and predictions.

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The Memphis Showboats (1-2) take on the St. Louis Battlehawks (2-1) Saturday at The Dome at America’s Center at 12:30 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Showboats vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert UFL football picks and predictions.

The Showboats were smoked by the Birmingham Stallions 33-14 in Week 3, failing to cover as 7-point dogs. QBs Case Cookus and Troy Williams combined to go 26-for-41 for 191 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT. They rushed 12 times for just 20 yards as a team. WR Jonathan Adams is 5th in the league with 174 receiving yards.

The Battlehawks covered as 2-point favorites with a 31-24 road victory over the previously undefeated San Antonio Brahmas last week. QB AJ McCarron went 19-for-27 for 152 yards, 1 TD and no INTs. He also added a 10-yard rushing score. RB Jacob Saylors broke out for 7 rushes for 62 yards and a score. The Battlehawks have struggled on the ground, and if Saylors can continue that momentum, he will make this offense even more dangerous.

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Showboats at Battlehawks odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Showboats +280 (bet $100 to win $280) | Battlehawks -340 (bet $340 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Showboats +7 (-110) | Battlehawks -7 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Showboats at Battlehawks key injuries

Showboats

  • QB Josh Love (undisclosed) out
  • TE Wes Saxton (ankle) out

Battlehawks

  • WR Ja’Marcus Bradley (undisclosed) out
  • RB Wayne Gallman (undisclosed) out
  • WR Jahcour Pearson (knee) questionable
  • QB Brandon Silvers (undisclosed) out

Showboats at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 28, Showboats 17

Moneyline

“The Battledome,” as it’s affectionately called in St. Louis, is the most hostile atmosphere in the league. STL broke a modern spring football record with 40,317 in the stands for its home opener, and another jam-packed crowd is expected.

There’s just no play here with St. Louis such heavy favorites and the Showboats having yet to show much on offense.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Battlehawks are 2-1 ATS after they dropped their season opener on the road to Michigan. The Showboats have scored 18, 19 and 14 in their 3 games.

It’s a little risky laying this many points, but BATTLEHAWKS -7 (-110) makes sense against this inferior opponent.

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Over/Under

The Showboats are 1-2 O/U with the Over cashing in the last game as they allowed 33 points. The Battlehawks have been a little anemic on offense early in games, but they’re still 2-1 O/U. This is a massive total when you consider Memphis is averaging 17 points per game.

LEAN UNDER 45.5 (-110).

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Arlington Renegades at St. Louis Battlehawks odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Arlington Renegades (0-1) and St. Louis Battlehawks (0-1) meet Saturday at The Dome at America’s Center. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Renegades vs. Battlehawks odds and make our expert football picks and predictions.

The Renegades were on the short end of a 27-14 score at home against the Birmingham Stallions last Saturday. Arlington led 3-0 after the 1st quarter, and it was tied 11-11 at half. However, Birmingham outscored Arlington 16-3 in the final 30 minutes.

QB Luis Perez was sharp at times, connecting on 19 of 28 passes for 214 yards, 1 TD and 1 INT. The ground game struggled to get going, though, averaging just 3.3 yards per carry while totaling 59 yards. Arlington also put the ball on the ground once, although it was even in the turnover battle.

The Battlehawks suffered an 18-16 loss on the road against the Michigan Panthers last Saturday. It was a low-scoring 1st half, with St. Louis holding a 3-0 lead at the break. Michigan led 7-3 after 3 quarters before a flurry of points on both sides in the final stanza.

QB A.J. McCarron was solid, completing 24 of 37 passes for 216 yards, 2 TD and 0 INT, while WR Marcell Ateman collected 6 receptions for 60 yards and a TD. Like Arlington, though, St. Louis struggled in the run game, totaling 62 yards with just 3.1 yards per tote. The Battlehawks were able to make a game of it thanks to a plus-2 turnover margin.

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Renegades at Battlehawks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Renegades +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Battlehawks -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Renegades +5 (-110) | Battlehawks -5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Renegades at Battlehawks key injuries

Renegades

  • QB Holton Ahlers (undisclosed) out
  • WR LuJuan Winningham (undisclosed) out

Battlehawks

  • WR Jahcour Pearson (knee) out
  • RB Jacob Saylors (undisclosed) out
  • QB Brandon Silvers (undisclosed) out
  • WR Jeffrey Thomas (undisclosed) out

Renegades at Battlehawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 23, Renegades 16

Moneyline

The Battlehawks (-200) will cost you 2 times your potential return, and that’s way too expensive. While St. Louis played well at times last week, and it is going to be home inside the raucous dome with 1 of the best home crowds in the UFL, it’s too much risk for not enough reward.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The BATTLEHAWKS -5 (-110) are worth a look, but go lightly. The Renegades +5 (-110) were paddled last week by the Stallions, while St. Louis nearly got the job done on the road. And the Battlehawks showed an ability to take the ball away, and that should serve them well in the home opener.

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Over/Under

UNDER 41.5 (-110) is the lean, but go lightly.

We saw the total go low for each of these teams last weekend, and neither had a whole lot of success running the ball. While McCarron and the Battlehawks should be able to move the chains with some downfield action, don’t discount the absence of Pearson throwing things off a little. The offense certainly didn’t look good for most of the Week 1 game.

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St. Louis Battlehawks at Michigan Panthers odds, picks and predictions

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

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The St. Louis Battlehawks and Michigan Panthers open their UFL seasons Saturday afternoon at Ford Field. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Battlehawks vs. Panthers odds and make our expert football picks and predictions.

The Battlehawks won 7 of 10 games last season, posting a solid plus-47 scoring differential, but they lost out on a North Division tiebreaker to the Seattle Sea Dragons for the final playoff spot. QB A.J. McCarron is back under center, with coach Anthony Becht leading the squad for the 2nd consecutive year. Former Clemson and New York Giants RB Wayne Gallman joins the mix to diversify the offense, with a cadre of solid receivers.

The Panthers are led by QB EJ Perry, who developed a solid rapport with TE Cole Hikutini and WR Trey Quinn. Michigan added RB Wes Hills from the New Orleans Breakers, while Matt Colburn II and Nate McCrary provide depth. LB Frank Ginda, who posted 104 total stops with three INTs was the USFL Defensive Player of the Year in 2023.

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Battlehawks at Panthers odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Battlehawks -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Panthers +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
  • Against the spread (ATS): Battlehawks -6.5 (-110) | Panthers +6.5 (-110)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Battlehawks at Panthers key injuries

Battlehawks

  • WR Jahcour Pearson (knee) out

Panthers

  • DE T.J. Carter (undisclosed) out
  • LB De’Gabriel Floyd (undisclosed) out

Battlehawks at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Battlehawks 22, Panthers 17

Moneyline

The Battlehawks (-275) will cost you nearly 3 times your potential return, and that’s a little too risky on a normal basis. But we have a merged league, with a lot of new faces on both side. The Panthers (+220) retooled offense doesn’t look half bad, on paper at least, while St. Louis will be missing 1 of its biggest weapons in Pearson.

AVOID.

Against the spread

The PANTHERS +6.5 (-110) are a better play catching nearly a touchdown at home. The Battlehawks -6.5 (-110) won 7 games last season while posting an impressive point differential, but on the road it could have some issues against Michigan, especially with Pearson sidelined, and McCarron and the secondary receivers working to develop a rapport.

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Over/Under

UNDER 41.5 (-110) is worth a look in this game, as the offenses could be a little behind. Ginda is the defending USFL Player of the Year, and former NFL player and USFL sack leader Breeland Speaks lines up for the home side. The Panthers defense could be difficult to negotiate for the Battlehawks, especially down its top weapon.

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