USFL Week 10 highlights: Maulers clinch playoff berth after defeating Generals

Last updated: 2023/06/18 at 12:07 AM

BigP Published June 18, 2023

Week 10 of the USFL season is upon us!

Kicking things off, the North Division took the center stage, as the Pittsburgh Maulers (4-6) routed the New Jersey Generals (3-7) at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio to advance to the playoffs as the Generals’ season ended.

Later, the Memphis Showboats (5-4) are playing host to the powerhouse Birmingham Stallions (7-2) on FOX (4 p.m. ET).

Here are the top moments.

Pittsburgh Maulers26, New Jersey Generals 6

Pitt scores the first TD!

The Maulers got on the board first thanks to a well-orchestrated drive led by Troy Williams, who connected with Isiah Hennie for an 11-yard touchdown reception.

At the end of the first quarter, the Maulers led 6-3.

A half of defense

Both teams had trouble moving the ball on offense because both defenses were on point, making big plays. First, the Maulers’ Arnold Tarpley III intercepted a pass, setting Pitt up in New Jersey’s territory.

On the ensuing Maulers offensive possession, a bad snap to Chris Blewitt resulted in the Generals regaining possession of the ball in Pittsburgh’s territory.

After a pair of field goals by both squads before the half, including this impressive 52-yard kick from Blewitt, the Maulers led the Generals 9-6 at halftime.

Pittsburgh’s offense capitalizes on defense!

As mentioned, this matchup was full of defensive stops. Midway through the third quarter, Eli Walker returned a fumble 46 yards for a touchdown, putting Pitt up 16-6.

Pitt stretches it out!

Pitt’s Madre London stretches the lead out with a 4-yard touchdown run, putting the Maulers up 26-6 in the fourth quarter.

Pregame vibes

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