With only three weeks left in the USFL’s inaugural season, the playoffs are approaching quicker than we think. After week seven, both New Jersey and Birmingham remained on top of their respective divisions, as expected. They both clinched a playoff spot as well, being the first two teams to lock in a trip to Canton.
The @USFLGenerals sit on top of the North through Week 7 🎖
What will their final record be at the end of the season? pic.twitter.com/Z3ZKamYY8h
— USFL (@USFL) May 31, 2022
Here’s where things stand in the South Division with 3 weeks of football left to play 🐎🔝
Will the Stallions and Breakers finish as the top 2 teams? pic.twitter.com/Be1yE0VWHD
— USFL (@USFL) May 31, 2022
This past weekend of USFL football brought us plenty of entertainment. Both Saturday and Sunday’s games were quite competitive, coming down to the wire.
Your Week 7 Top 1️⃣0️⃣ plays 🔥
Which play was your favorite? pic.twitter.com/zZXcjVHDn0
— USFL (@USFL) May 31, 2022
Let’s take a look at where each team currently sits now, and what their status is heading towards the postseason.
#8: Pittsburgh Maulers (1-6)
Locked in on week 8 pic.twitter.com/Ad8OkQpT7J
— Pittsburgh Maulers (@USFLMaulers) May 30, 2022
The Pittsburgh Maulers are bad. Like, really, really bad. Possibly the worst spring football team we’ve seen in the modern era. It doesn’t make much sense, however. This team boasts a solid defense, alongside some explosive playmakers (i.e Madre London, Tre Walker, etc.) – and a serviceable quarterback in Vad Lee. This begs the question: why are they so bad?
The simple answer: Kirby Wilson. His inability to properly coach this team has sent them into a downward spiral with no end. Wilson seems to try and implement fear and dominance into his players – but whatever way he’s doing that so far is not working. His conservative play style has his athletes frustrated – Vad Lee was ticked off in the fourth quarter when he continued to run the ball, and rightfully so. Wilson saw his body language, and yanked him in a crucial situation. With Kirby at the helm, this team has no chance of seeing success any time soon.
POWER LEG 🦵
The 58-yard FG is good for Ramiz Ahmed 🙌
📺 @FOXSports pic.twitter.com/L4Gl0xnwEj
— Pittsburgh Maulers (@USFLMaulers) May 29, 2022
Next Up: New Jersey. I’d say the writing is on the wall for this one, even if New Jersey rests some of their starters. Pittsburgh has shown no real signs of life, and that probably won’t change this week.
#7: Houston Gamblers (1-6)
Back to work for week 8 pic.twitter.com/a8RoEW7SYE
— Houston Gamblers (@USFLGamblers) May 30, 2022
One thing has been clear this season: You should not gamble on the Gamblers winning a football game. This team just can’t find a way to maintain a lead, no matter how big it may be. A 24-13 advantage disappeared in minutes against Philadelphia, ultimately resulting in a 22 point fourth quarter…