The Philadelphia Stars (1-2) take on the Michigan Panthers (1-2) Friday at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Stars vs. Panthers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.
The Stars head into this one looking to level their record at 2-2, but that’s going to be a huge challenge. Starting QB Bryan Scott suffered a knee injury last week, and is a huge question mark to play. The Occidental product led the USFL in passing through the first two games before suffering the injury.
Head coach Jeff Fisher’s Panthers broke through for the shutout victory over the Pittsburgh Maulers last weekend, scoring their first win in the reboot. A 24-0 score isn’t exactly an offensive explosion, but the team had just 18 total points in the first two games, so it’s a big sign of improvement.
Stars vs. Panthers 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 7:45 a.m. ET.
- Money line: Stars -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Panthers -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Stars +1 (-110) | Panthers -1 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 33.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)
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Stars vs. Panthers key injuries
Stars
- WR Brennan Eagles (ankle) out
- RB Darnell Holland (hamstring) out
- QB Bryan Scott (knee) doubtful
Panthers
- WR Jeff Badet (leg) questionable
- WR Ray Bolden (illness) questionable
Stars vs. Panthers picks and predictions
Prediction
Panthers 18, Stars 13
Money line
The PANTHERS (-115) offense did enough to get the job done against the league’s worst team, the Pittsburgh Maulers, and the defense shut the door. Michigan catches a break with the dynamic Scott expected to miss an extended period of time, and former University of Texas standout WR Brennan Eagles also on the shelf.
Against the spread
The PANTHERS -1 (-110) are a better play laying the point, as opposed to the money line play, unless you’re absolutely sure this is going to be a one-point game. Either way, Michigan is the play.
Over/Under
The lean is to the UNDER 33.5 (-112) in this Week 4 battle. Michigan’s defense showed out last weekend against the Maulers, and now it will face a Philadelphia offense missing some key pieces. Michigan will try and wear the Philadelphia D down with a rushing attack that produced 244 yards last weekend. Running the ball runs the clock, which Under bettors love.
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