Highlights from USFL Week 5: Pittsburgh knocks out Michigan

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Fifth week of USFL It’s upon us, marking the halfway point of the 2023 regular season, and we’ve got you covered with all the action from this Saturday’s roster!

Getting things started, the Pittsburgh Muellers (2-3) faced Michigan Panthers (2-3) In Detroit, he went 23-7 in a defensive struggle.

Then on FOX, expect a fierce battle when it is Birmingham Stallion (3-1) The host’s play Houston Gamblers (2-2).

See the full list of regular season matches week by week here.

Here are the most important moments!

Pittsburgh Muellers 23, Michigan Panthers 7

The cheetahs hit it big early!

The Panthers began their first offensive possession from Pittsburgh’s 26-yard line after a 73-yard return from Pittsburgh Esh Heyman.

after five plays, Josh Love He hits Cole Hecutin On a 5-yard touchdown reception, the Panthers put up an early 7-0 lead.

Pittsburgh answers

The Maulers struggled with a six-play, 80-yard drive, sparked by a massive 31-yard pass completion Troy Williams to Billy Gaither.

Williams finished the drive with a 4-yard touchdown run Mason Stocktied the game at 7 late in the first.

Teams trade blows!

Driven by a forced fumble, Pittsburgh gained and took advantage of free offensive possession, scoring its second goal of the day, from Williams to Isaiah Heaney for a 5-yard touchdown.

The Maulers led 14-7 early in the second quarter.

Gaither does it again!

After reeling on one hand earlier in the game, Gaither gained 43 yards on another one hand in the third quarter, bringing the Maulers to Michigan’s 35-yard line.

The Maulers led 17-7 late in the third quarter.

Williams put the match on ice

Williams put the Maulers ahead 23-7 in the final minutes of the game on a 13-yard rushing run, for second on the day, and Pittsburgh went on to win.

Pre-match scene

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