UFL Game Preview: Memphis Showboats (1-6) vs. San Antonio Brahmas (1-6)

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The Memphis Showboats (1-6) and San Antonio Brahmas (1-6) are set to clash in Week 8 of the United Football League (UFL) at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET. Both teams are looking to snap their losing streaks and gain momentum heading into the final stretch of the season.

Team Breakdown & Key Players

Memphis Showboats (1-6, 4th in USFL Conference)

  • Last Five Games: Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss
  • Road Record: 0-3
  • Points Per Game: 14.7
  • Key Players:
  • Jonathan Adams (WR) – Leads the team with 30 receptions for 407 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Case Cookus (QB) – Has thrown for 638 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception in three games.
  • Jashaun Corbin (RB) – Rushed for 232 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 33.1 yards per game.

San Antonio Brahmas (1-6, 4th in XFL Conference)

  • Last Five Games: Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss, Loss
  • Home Record: 1-2
  • Points Per Game: 13.6
  • Key Players:
  • Kellen Mond (QB) – Has thrown for 597 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in five games.
  • Anthony McFarland (RB) – Leads the rushing attack with 242 yards, averaging 40.3 yards per game.
  • Jontre Kirklin (WR) – A deep threat, contributing key receptions in recent games.

Game Analysis & Predictions

  • Showboats’ Strategy: Memphis needs Cookus and Adams to establish a strong passing game while Corbin provides balance on the ground.
  • Brahmas’ Strategy: San Antonio must capitalize on their home-field advantage and rely on Mond and McFarland to generate offensive momentum.

GAME ODDS

Memphis Showboats                     36

San Antonio Brahmas                     – 1

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 15, 2025

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