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Tampa Bay Bandits vs. New Orleans Breakers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tampa Bay Bandits vs. New Orleans Breakers Week 9 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Tampa Bay Bandits (4-4) take on the New Orleans Breakers (5-3) Sunday afternoon. Kickoff is 4 p.m. ET (Fox) at Protective Stadium, where all regular-game games are played this season. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Bandits vs. Breakers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Bandits snapped a 2-game losing streak last week with a 13-3 win over the Houston Gamblers while the Breakers had a 2-game winning streak snapped in a 10-9 loss to the Birmingham Stallions.

New Orleans beat Tampa Bay 34-3 in Week 2.

Bandits 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 8:28 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bandits +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Breakers -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bandits +3.5 (-110) | Breakers -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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Bandits vs. Breakers key injuries

Bandits

OL Corbin Kaufusi (ankle) out
OL Matt Burrell (head) out
DB Obi Melifonwu (shoulder) questionable
DB Christian Campbell (thigh) questionable
DB Stephen Griffin (foot) doubtful
DB Jermaine Kelly (thigh, groin) questionable

Breakers

OL Marquis Lucas (shoulder, knee) questionable
DB Nevelle Clarke (hamstring, groin) probable
DB Keith Washington (shoulder) probable
WR Shawn Poindexter (ankle) probable
DB Derrick Jones (leg) probable
WR Marquis McClain ( hamstring) probable
DB Manny Peterson (quad) probable
DB Jarey Elder (hamstring) probable
DL Kamilo Tangamoa (shoulder) probable
K Taylor Bertolet (calf) probable
DB Ike Brown (hamstring, knee) questionable

Bandits vs. Breakers picks and predictions

Prediction

Breakers 24, Bandits 17

Money line

The Breakers blew out the Bandits in Week 2 as QB Kyler Sloter passed for 266 yards and 3 touchdowns in the game. The Bandits’ only wins this season have come against teams with only 1 or 2 wins.

Take BREAKERS (-175).

Against the spread

All 5 wins by New Orleans have been by more than 3 points this season.

All 4 losses by Tampa Bay have been by at least 4 points.

The Breakers beat the Bandits by 31 points in their first matchup.

Take the BREAKERS -3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Bandits have had 3 games this season with more than 43 points.

Only 2 Breakers games this season have had more than 43 points, including their Week 2 win over the Bandits, which came to only 37.

The Bandits have scored the second-fewest points this season, averaging 17.3 points per game.

Take UNDER 43.5 (-115).

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Philadelphia Stars vs. Pittsburgh Maulers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Philadelphia Stars vs. Pittsburgh Maulers odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Pittsburgh Maulers (1-7) play the Philadelphia Stars (5-3) at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, AL. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Stars vs. Maulers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

With just a couple of weeks until the USFL playoffs, fans will get treated with somewhat of an inner-state battle. While it’s still in Alabama, this will have that rivalry feel. The Stars beat the Maulers 30-23 in Week 1.

Philadelphia has been among the best teams in the USFL, having the best offense in the league. They’ve scored 222 points, but have allowed 201. They’re 3-1 in their division, but will be without QB Bryan Scott for Sunday’s game.

As for Pittsburgh, the Maulers have scored just 110 points in 8 games while allowing 193. This will be the most lethal offense against the league’s worst attack.

Stars vs. Maulers odds and lines

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Money line: Stars -360 (bet $360 to win $100) | Maulers +270 (bet $100 to win $270)
Against the spread (ATS): Stars -8.5 (-110) | Maulers +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Stars vs. Maulers key injuries

Stars

QB Bryan Scott (knee) out

Maulers

None

Stars vs. Maulers picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 30, Maulers 17

Money line

PASS.

Philadelphia is the far-better team, but betting on them at -360 doesn’t make much sense given the potential return.

Against the spread

BET STARS -8.5 (-110).

The Stars were without Scott last week against the Panthers, but it didn’t matter much as backup QB Case Cookus played a nearly flawless game with 4 touchdowns. Cookus and the Stars beat the 1-7 Panthers 46-24.

Philadelphia should see similiar success against Pittsburgh.

The Maulers run defense is also a key issue, allowing over 140 rushing yards per game. The Stars abuse teams on the ground and are averaging over 105 yards per game.

Pittsburgh has lost 3 straight games by double figures as well. I’d back the Stars here as more of a fade against the Maulers who has struggled heavily as of late.

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 47.5 (-110).

This is a lofty total, and I wouldn’t be willing to bet that Cookus repeats his dominant performance. The only time Pittsburgh hit this total was their 30-23 loss to the Maulers.

While it is the same matchup, the Maulers average just 13.8 points per game.

They just don’t have an overly productive attack, and with this projecting to be a run-heavy game as both teams combine to average just over 200 yards per game on the ground, the Under should be the better play.

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Houston Gamblers vs. Birmingham Stallions odds, picks and predictions

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

The struggling Houston Gamblers (1-7) take on the undefeated Birmingham Stallions (8-0) in Week 9 of the USFL season. Their game kicks off Saturday at 6 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Gamblers vs. Stallions odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers won their season opener but have dropped their last 7 games in a row. Last week, they mustered only a field goal in a 13-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Bandits.

The Stallions are the only undefeated team in the league. They squeaked out a 10-9 win over the New Orleans Breakers last week.

Gamblers vs. Stallions odds and lines

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Money line: Gamblers +470 (bet $100 to win $470) | Stallions -700 (bet $700 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers +12.5 (-110) | Stallions -12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Gamblers vs. Stallions key injuries

Gamblers

QB Clayton Thorson (elbow) out
RB Mark Thompson (shoulder) probable
RB Dalyn Dawkins (leg) out
LB Ahmad Goodman (leg) probable

Stallions

DL Chauncy Haney (leg) out
QB Alex McGough (ankle) out
OL Darius Harper (knee) probable
LB Scooby Wright (pec, knee) probable
OL O’Shea Dugas (shoulder) probable

Gamblers vs. Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 20, Gamblers 9

Money line

PASS on the money line. You have the league’s best and hottest team, which has not lost all season and is the only team with a real home-field advantage, going against a team that has lost 7 in a row and scored only 3 points in its last game.

You won’t make any money betting the Stallions, and betting the Gamblers is not a smart bet.

Against the spread

The Stallions have only won 2 games this season by double-digits.

The Gamblers have not lost any game this season by more than 11 points. They have lost 3 games by only 1 point.

This spread is just too much. Take the GAMBLERS +12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The Stallions mustered only 10 points last week, and the Gamblers only scored 3.

However, the Stallions have had 4 games with totals over 42 and one at 42.

The Gamblers have twice been held to fewer than 10 points.

Take UNDER 42.5 (-108).

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Houston Gamblers vs. Tampa Bay Bandits odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Gamblers vs. Tampa Bay Bandits Week 8 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The final game of Week 8 of the USFL season is between the Houston Gamblers (1-6) and the Tampa Bay Bandits (3-4) Sunday. Kickoff is 4 p.m. ET at Legion Field in Birmingham. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Gamblers vs. Bandits odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Gamblers have lost 6 straight games since their season-opening win. Their most recent defeat was 35-24 to the Philadelphia Stars.

The Bandits have lost 2 games in a row. They fell 20-13 to the streaking New Jersey Generals last week.

Gamblers vs. Bandits odds and lines

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Money line: Gamblers +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Bandits -220 (bet $220 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Gamblers +5 (-110) | Bandits -5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

Gamblers vs. Bandits key injuries

Gamblers

DB Jerry Cantave (illness) questionable
RB Mark Thompson (shoulder) questionable
QB Clayton Thorson (elbow) out

Bandits

OL Matt Burrell (head) out
DB Christian Campbell (thigh) questionable
DB Jermaine Kelly (thigh) questionable
OL Fred Lauina (knee) questionable
DB Obi Melifonwu (shoulder) doubtful
DL Austrian Robinson (foot) questionable
LB Christian Sam (back) questionable

Gamblers vs. Bandits picks and predictions

Prediction

Bandits 27, Gamblers 24

Money line

The Gamblers have not won since Week 1 and have lost once already to the Bandits. Tampa Bay won the first matchup 27-26 in Week 3.

All 3 of the Bandits’ wins this season have been against teams with losing records, but at -220, it isn’t worth the action as a single bet.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Gamblers lost only by 1 point to the Bandits and 3 of their 6 losses have been by only 1 point. Another loss was by 5 points.

Two of the Bandits’ 3 wins have been by at least 7 points, but the Gamblers seem to be the experts of losing close games.

Take the GAMBLERS +5 (-110).

Over/Under

Only 3 of the Bandits’ games this season have had more than 44 points, but one was against the Gamblers.

Four of the Gamblers’ games have had more than 44 points. They have scored 24 or more in 4 games this season.

Take OVER 44.5 (-115).

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Michigan Panthers vs. Philadelphia Stars odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Michigan Panthers vs. Philadelphia Stars Week 8 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The USFL season continues Sunday with the Michigan Panthers (1-6) taking on the Philadelphia Stars (4-3). Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET (FOX) from Legion Field in Birmingham. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Panthers vs. Stars odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Panthers have dropped 4 games in a row but took the New Orleans Breakers to overtime last week before losing 31-27. They lost to the Stars 26-25 in Week 4.

The Stars have won their last 2 games. Their last game was a 35-24 win over the Houston Gamblers.

Panthers vs. Stars odds and lines

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Money line: Panthers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Stars -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Panthers +4 (-110) | Stars -4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 47 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Panthers vs. Stars key injuries

Panthers

TE Marcus Baugh (head) questionable
QB Josh Love (arm) questionable
QB Paxton Lynch (leg) probable
LB Terry Myrick (illness) probable
OL Sean Pollard (illness) probable
DB Cory Rahman (head) questionable
OL Keith Williams (illness, leg) questionable
DB Sean Williams (leg) probable

Stars

LB Josh Banderas (hip) probable
DL Michael Barnett (leg) out
RB Darnell Holland (leg) probable
OL Jahair Jones (ankle) out
OL Paul Nosworthy (ankle) out
QB Bryan Scott (knee) out
OL Jackson Scott-Brown (back) out
OL Gunnar Vogel (knee) out

Panthers vs. Stars picks and predictions

Prediction

Stars 31, Panthers 23

Money line

PASS.

The Panthers have played games close but have only 1 win all season. The Stars already beat the Panthers once this season and have scored 35 points in each of their last two games.

However, at -240, betting the money line on the Stars just isn’t worth it as a single bet. PASS.

Against the spread

The Panthers have lost by fewer than 5 points only twice this season.

Of the Stars’ 4 wins this season, 3 have been by at least 7 points. The only win in which they did not do so by at least a touchdown was their 1-point victory over the Panthers.

Take the STARS -4 (-110).

Over/Under

The Stars have put up 35 points in each of the last 2 games. Four of their 7 have had more than 47 points and another had exactly 47.

The Panthers’ last 2 games and 3 of their last 4 have had more than 47 points. The other of the 4 games had exactly 47 points.

In their first matchup, the Stars and Panthers combined for 51 points.

Take OVER 47 (-107).

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

Analyzing Saturday’s New Orleans Breakers vs. Birmingham Stallions Week 8 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Breakers (5-2) battle the Birmingham Stallions (7-0) Saturday at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Breakers vs. Stallions odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Breakers are looking to clinch a playoff spot, but it will be a tall order trying to hand the Stallions their first loss of the season. New Orleans also needs Tampa Bay to fall to Houston Sunday.

The Stallions are already one of two teams to clinch a playoff spot. Birmingham is averaging 26.9 PPG while riding an impressive rushing attack with 145.4 yards per game.

The Stallions topped the Breakers 22-13 back in Week 3 at Protective Stadium in Birmingham.

Breakers vs. Stallions odds and lines

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Money line: Breakers +133 (bet $100 to win $133) | Stallions -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Breakers +3 (-110) | Stallions -3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Breakers vs. Stallions key injuries

Breakers

TE E.J. Bibbs (head) probable
WR Johnnie Dixon (illness) probable
RB Ezra Gray (illness) probable
WR Marquis McClain (hamstring) probable
QB Shea Patterson (not injury related) out
WR Shawn Poindexter (ankle) questionable
RB Larry Rose (not injury related) out

Stallions

TE Cary Angeline (not injury related) out
WR Victor Bolden (hamstring) out
QB Montell Cozart (not injury related) out
WR Jeffrey Thomas (not injury related) out
WR Marlon Williams (knee) probable

Breakers vs. Stallions picks and predictions

Prediction

Breakers 26, Stallions 23

Money line

The BREAKERS (+133) are looking to clinch a spot in the postseason, while the Stallions (-165) are already in and might not be quite as hungry. In addition, the loss of WR Victor Bolden is a big one for this offense. Although, it’s nice that the team can afford to let him slowly recover and get ready for the playoffs.

Against the spread

The BREAKERS +3 (-110) are worth playing with the points if you don’t trust them straight up, although obviously playing NOLA on the money line is a much better value.

Over/Under

The OVER 44.5 (-108) is the play here as both of these teams have explosive playmakers on offense. While Bolden’s absence hurts, RBs C.J. Marable and Bo Scarbrough are studs. Former Louisiana Tech standout QB J’Mar Smith has been very capable, too.

For the Breakers, QB Kyle Sloter leads the league with 1,499 passing yards and 214.1 yards per game. WRs Jonathan Adams and Johnnie Dixon have been the beneficiaries of Sloter’s strong play, and NOLA can score rather quickly via the air.

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Pittsburgh Maulers vs. New Jersey Generals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Pittsburgh Maulers vs. New Jersey Generals Week 8 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Pittsburgh Maulers (1-6) battle the New Jersey Generals (6-1) Friday at Legion Field in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (USA). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Maulers vs. Generals odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Maulers are averaging just 13.1 points per game this season, while allowing 23.4 PPG. That’s a huge reason why Pittsburgh has won just once in 7 games. In a 26-16 loss to the playoff-bound Birmingham Stallions last week, the Maulers did pick up the cover to improve to 3-4 ATS.

The Generals have won 6 games in a row since a 28-24 Week 1 setback to the Stallions. New Jersey has also covered 4 of the first 7 games while scoring 20 or more points in 5 consecutive outings.

The Generals beat the Maulers 21-13 in Week 4.

Maulers vs. Generals odds and lines

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Money line: Maulers +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Generals -380 (bet $380 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Maulers +8.5 (-110) | Generals -8.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Maulers vs. Generals key injuries

Maulers

RB James Gilbert (undisclosed) out
WR Tre Walker (undisclosed) out

Generals

RB Kingston Davis (not injury related) out
QB De’Andre Johnson (ankle) out
WR Landon Lenoir (not injury related) out
WR Darrius Shepherd (hamstring) out
TE Mason Sikes (not injury related) out

Maulers vs. Generals picks and predictions

Prediction

Generals 24, Maulers 12

Money line

The Generals (-380) should be able to run their winning streak to 7 consecutive games, but you can’t risk nearly 4 times your potential return on New Jersey.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The GENERALS -8.5 (-110) are worth playing against the lowly Maulers +8.5 (-110) despite the fact Pittsburgh covered last weekend against the high-flying Stallions. New Jersey is a good play because it has plenty of offense, scoring 20 or more points in 5 straight games. Pittsburgh just doesn’t have the horses to keep up.

Over/Under

The UNDER 41.5 (-110) is the lean in this one, as the Generals can score, but the Maulers will have difficulty moving the ball against New Jersey. The Maulers have scored a league-low 92 points while the next lowest team has managed 125 points. On the flip side, the Generals have allowed 118 points, fewest in the league. This won’t end well for Pittsburgh, and it will be a low-scoring affair.

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Birmingham Stallions vs. Pittsburgh Maulers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Birmingham Stallions vs. Pittsburgh Maulers Week 7 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The Birmingham Stallions (6-0) look to extend their winning streak to 7 as they take on the Pittsburgh Maulers (1-5) Sunday afternoon. Kickoff is 2 p.m. ET (Fox) at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, where all games for the season will be played. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Stallions vs. Maulers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Stallions have gone unbeaten so far this season. Their most recent victory was 33-17 win over the Michigan Panthers. QB J’Mar Smith passed for 143 yards and 2 TDs, while RB Bo Scarbrough rushed 16 times for 104 yards and a score.

The Maulers picked up their 1st win of the season 2 weeks ago, a 21-20 victory over the Houston Gamblers, by scoring on a TD pass with 4 seconds left. However, they followed that up last week with a 26-16 loss to the New Orleans Breakers.

Stallions vs. Maulers odds and lines

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Money line: Stallions -800 (bet $800 to win $100) | Maulers +520 (bet $100 to win $520)
Against the spread (ATS): Stallions -12.5 (-110) | Maulers +12.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Stallions vs. Maulers key injuries

Stallions

S Nate Holley (leg) out
DE Aaron Adeoye (chest) out
LB Brody Brock (knee) out
OL Darius Harper (knee) out
LB Scooby Wright (pec, knee) out
RB CJ Marable (knee) probable
S Christian McFarland (hamstring) probable
WR Marlon Williams (knee) out

Maulers

OL Jon Dietzen (ankle) out
OL Charles Baldwin (knee) out
OL Xavier Dampeer (ankle) probable
OL Nico Falah (Achilles) probable

Stallions vs. Maulers picks and predictions

Prediction

Stallions 31, Maulers 17

Money line

PASS on the money line. The Stallions are undefeated and have the league’s top-scoring offense. The Maulers have scored the fewest points in the league and have scored 3 or fewer points twice this season.

This is the best team against arguably the worst team in the USFL. There isn’t enough money to be won in a money line bet backing the Stallions. Consider it if you are putting together a parlay bet, but PASS on a single ML bet.

Against the spread

The Stallions have won only 1 game by more than 12 points. It was last week’s 33-17 win over the 1-win Panthers.

Two of the Maulers’ 5 losses have been by more than 12 points.

Entering Week 7, the Stallions had scored the most points and allowed the fewest.

Take the STALLIONS -12.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Four of the Stallions’ 6 games this season have had totals of more than 42 points, including last week’s win over the Michigan Panthers.

One of the Maulers’ 6 games this season has finished with a higher total than Sunday’s projected total.

Take OVER 42.5 (-108).

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New Orleans Breakers vs. Michigan Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Orleans Breakers vs. Michigan Panthers Week 7 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Breakers (4-2) battle the Michigan Panthers (1-5) Saturday at Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Ala. Kickoff is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Breakers vs. Panthers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Breakers are not only 4-2 SU, but New Orleans has also covered the spread in 4 of its 6 games, while splitting the Over/Under 3-3. New Orleans topped lowly Pittsburgh last weekend by a 26-16 count, including a 97-yard pick-six.

The Panthers were roughed up by the Birmingham Stallions 33-17 in Week 6. They’re 1-5 against the spread (ATS) with a 3-3 O/U.

Breakers vs. Panthers odds and lines

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Money line: Breakers -240 (bet $240 to win $100) | Panthers +190 (bet $100 to win $190)
Against the spread (ATS): Breakers -5.5 (-110) | Panthers +5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Breakers vs. Panthers key injuries

Breakers

K Taylor Bertolet (calf) probable
TE E.J. Bibbs (head) out
DT Connor Christian (head) out
CB Nevelle Clarke (hamstring) questionable
RB Jordan Ellis (ankle) probable
CB Manny Patterson (quad) questionable
WR Shawn Poindexter (hand) probable
QB Kyle Sloter (hand) probable
CB Keith Washington II (shoulder) out

Panthers

TE Marcus Baugh (leg) questionable
QB Paxton Lynch (leg) questionable
TE Ryan O’Malley (arm) questionable
TE La’Michael Pettway (leg) questionable
OL Sean Pollard (illness) questionable
DL Cavon Walker (torso) questionable
OL Keith Williams (leg) questionable
S Sean Williams Jr. (leg) questionable

Breakers vs. Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Breakers 25, Panthers 12

Money line

A bet on the Breakers (-240) will cost 2.4 times your potential return. That’s risky business, even against one of the worst offensive teams in the USFL.

PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The BREAKERS -5.5 (-110) will cover the spread, although the USFL’s leading rusher Ellis has an ankle issue and is listed as probable. If Ellis is forced to the sidelines, the league’s leading passer Kyle Sloter will go to the air even more.

The Panthers just don’t have the offensive horses to keep up with the high-octane Breakers.

Over/Under

The UNDER 41.5 (-110) is the play in all Michigan games.

The Panthers offense has been a little better lately, averaging 21.5 points per game (PPG) across the past four games after averaging just 9.0 PPG in the first two outings. However, this New Orleans defense has allowed 17 or fewer points in 4 of its 6 outings, and Michigan will struggle to get things moving in Week 7.

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Pittsburgh Maulers vs. Houston Gamblers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Pittsburgh Maulers vs. Houston Gamblers Week 5 odds and lines, with expert USFL picks, predictions and best bets.

Week 5 of the USFL season continues with the winless Pittsburgh Maulers (0-4) taking on the Houston Gamblers (1-3). Kickoff is Sunday at 4 p.m. ET (Fox) at Protective Stadium in Birmingham where all games for the season will be played. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Maulers vs. Gamblers odds with USFL picks, predictions and bets.

The Maulers are the league’s only winless team and have scored just 39 points all season. They lost last week 21-13 to the New Jersey Generals.

The Gamblers have not won since their season-opening 17-12 win over the Michigan Panthers. They lost last week 23-16 to the New Orleans Breakers.

Maulers vs. Gamblers 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 8:01 a.m. ET.

Money line: Maulers +190 (bet $100 to win $190) |Gamblers -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Maulers +5.5 (-110) | Gamblers -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 33.5 (O: -115 | U: -107)

Maulers vs. Gamblers key injuries

Maulers

DB Jaylon McClain-Sapp (hamstring) out
OL Jon Dietzen (ankle) out

Gamblers

OL Tyler Higby (arm) probable

Maulers vs. Gamblers picks and predictions

Prediction

Gamblers 17, Maulers 10

Money line

PASS on the money line. Both teams are struggling, but we have actually seen the Gamblers win a game this season.

The Maulers have the league’s worst offense and only 1 team in theNorth Divison has allowed more than the 92 points they have.

However, the price to bet the Gamblers makes it not worth a wager. PASS.

Against the spread

The Maulers have not lost by fewer than 8 points this season.

The Gamblers have won once.

The Maulers average less than 10 points per game, while the Gamblers have averaged 21.8 points per game.

Take the GAMBLERS -5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

The projected total is quite low, but that is understandable with how few points the Maulers have scored this season.

Two of their games have had at least 34 points.

Three of the Gamblers’ 4 games have had at least 34 points, but in this game, I don’t expect either team to score much.

Take UNDER 33.5 (-107).

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