Battle Odds and Tips for Clash Between Birmingham Stallions and St. Louis Battlehawks (May 17)

Saturdays in the UFL bring some heat, and the clash between the Birmingham Stallions and the St. Louis Battlehawks is no exception. With both teams sitting pretty at 5-2, this eighth game of the season promises a scorching contest as the Stallions aim to hang onto their lead in the USFL Division, while the Battlehawks aspire to edges past the second-placed XFL Division.

Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 pm ET, in the hot and fierce The Dome at America's Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Get your popcorn ready; FOX has got your back with the broadcast coverage in the US.

Birmingham Stallions vs St. Louis Battlehawks Odds

The Battlehawks are giving the Stallions a hard time, favored by 1.5 points and priced at -118 on the moneyline. With a 54.13% implied win probability, they're not taking it lightly. The total points have been set at 39.5, with an even $-118 price for the over.

Betting on the Stallions

Birmingham has had an impressive run so far, landing them first in the USFL Division and second in terms of point differential (+37). Though they started off with a loss, they quickly bounced back with three straight wins before a defeat, followed by two more victories, the latest involving a 19-point comeback against the Houston Roughnecks, setting a new record for the UFL.

A change is in order at the quarterback position for the Stallions, with Matt Corral out due to injury. Case Cookus has stepped up in his absence, throwing five TD passes against two interception while maintaining a 53.3 completion percentage. J'Mar Smith, who led the team to playoff victories in 2022, will likely take over under center now.

Their defense has been stellar, leading the league with the fewest points allowed per game (15.3). However, they've had some ups and downs, letting in at least 24 points in two of the last three games while only allowing three points in another.

Battlehawks by Battle

At 5-2, the Battlehawks follow closely behind in the rankings. After a streak of three wins, their defense has been on point, giving up just 15 total points in the last two games. With 348 rushing yards and four touchdowns, running back Jacob Saylors leads the league.

Max Duggan has filled the QB position for the last four games, contributing three touchdown passes and three interceptions with a 54.2 completion percentage. He's also contributed three rushing scores with 240 yards on the ground. His playmaking abilities have certainly made him a crowd favorite.

St. Louis' defense is stout, ranking second in terms of yards and points allowed. Pita Taumoepenu leads the league with 6.5 sacks, and two defenders have two interceptions. The Battlehawks' eight interceptions are the most in the UFL.

Prediction: A Game for the Defenders

Though the over seems intriguing given the Stallions' penchant for scoring in the last four games, the defensive prowess of both teams could make the under (39.5 points) the safer bet. With both teams having strong defensive units and quarterback changes for the Stallions, it could take some time for them to find their rhythm, potentially limiting the scoring.

Stallions vs Battlehawks Pick: Under 39.5 points (-102)

Remember, it all comes down to the defenses. Whoever can prevent the other from scoring and force key mistakes will likely take the win.

Get ready to grab your favorite snacks and tuning into FOX, because this one's going to be a nail-biter!

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In the upcoming clash between the Birmingham Stallions and the St. Louis Battlehawks, the Stallions, despite being the favorite, face a narrow 1.5-point spread on the moneyline, with odds of -118.
The total points for the game have been set at 39.5, offering an even -118 price for the over.
Birmingham, leading the USFL Division with a +37 point differential, will see a change at quarterback, with Case Cookus stepping up following Matt Corral's injury.
St. Louis, closely trailing Birmingham at 5-2, boasts the league's leading rusher, Jacob Saylors, and a strong defense, ranking second in terms of yards and points allowed.
This Week 8 matchup, promising intense defense and quarterback changes, presents a potential 'under' opportunity, with the odds on under 39.5 points set at -102.