By Nick Savage
The XFL Week 9 saw some exciting matchups as the playoff race heats up. The Houston Roughnecks faced off against the Vegas Vipers, winning 28-21 and improving their record to 6-3. Max Borgi had an impressive performance with 74 yards on 10 attempts and a touchdown. The Roughnecks continue to lead the South Division.
In another game, the Orlando Guardians faced the San Antonio Brahmas in a close game that ended 25-23 in favor of the Brahmas. Jack Coan had a strong game, throwing for 302 yards and a touchdown. The Brahmas are still in the playoff race, currently sitting in third place in the South Division.
The Arlington Renegades went head-to-head with the DC Defenders, with the Defenders coming out on top in overtime, 28-26. Jordan Ta’amu had a solid game, throwing for 188 yards and two touchdowns. The Defenders continue to lead the North Division with a record of 8-1.
Finally, the Seattle Sea Dragons took on the St. Louis Battlehawks and came out with a dominant 30-12 victory. Jahcour Pearson had a spectacular 68-yard catch for a touchdown, and Ben DiNucci threw for 260 yards and two touchdowns. The Sea Dragons are now 6-3 and sit in third place in the North Division.
Week 10 matchups feature the Guardians taking on the Battlehawks, the Defenders facing the Brahmas, the Roughnecks playing the Renegades, and the Vipers going up against the Sea Dragons. With the playoff race heating up, each game becomes increasingly important for teams fighting for a spot in the postseason.
But who should we wager on? It’s fortunate that you found Only Players. Here are DraftKings’ preliminary Week 10 odds. The favorites to win are the Battlehawks, Defenders, Renegades, and Sea Dragons.
- Guardians +7.5 (+265) vs. Battlehawks -7.5 (-320), O/U 47.5
- Defenders -3 (-155) vs. Brahmas +3 (+135), O/U 42
- Roughnecks +1 (-105) vs. Renegades -1 (-115), O/U 42
- Vipers +8.5 (+300) vs. Sea Dragons -8.5 (-365), O/U 47
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