{"id":5212,"date":"2024-09-21T11:16:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T15:16:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2guysgaming.net\/usfldr\/?p=5212"},"modified":"2024-09-21T11:16:04","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T15:16:04","slug":"1985-week-8-wrap-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distantreplaysports.com\/usfldr\/2024\/09\/21\/1985-week-8-wrap-up\/","title":{"rendered":"1985 Week 8 Wrap Up"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Week 8 of the USFL season kicked off on Saturday with three notable matchups. The Washington Federals secured a 26-12 victory over the Michigan Panthers, as their defense kept Michigan\u2019s offense in check throughout the game. Meanwhile, the Birmingham Stallions held off the Philadelphia Stars in a thrilling 28-24 contest, with Cliff Stoudt leading the way with 247 passing yards and a touchdown. In a defensive showdown, the New Orleans Brass shut out the Denver Gold 15-0, despite Denver linebacker Mark Daum recording a single-game record of 17 tackles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday\u2019s action saw the Tampa Bay Bandits cruise to a 41-16 win over the Boston Breakers, with standout performances from Eric Truvil and kicker Zenon Andryshyshyn, who contributed 11 points. The New Jersey Generals also continued their strong form, defeating the Chicago Blitz 19-7 behind a balanced offensive attack. In Oklahoma, the Outlaws pulled off a solid 24-12 victory over the Oakland Invaders, taking control in the second half with key plays on both sides of the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Memphis Showboats delivered one of the week’s biggest surprises by dismantling the Houston Gamblers 31-13, ending Houston\u2019s hot streak. The Arizona Wranglers edged the Jacksonville Bulls 17-10 in a tightly contested affair, while the Pittsburgh Maulers secured a 26-10 win over the Las Vegas Ace thanks to a strong all-around team performance. Finally, the Los Angeles Express defeated the San Antonio Gunslingers 28-14, capping off a week filled with hard-fought games and standout individual performances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Games<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Saturday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michigan Panthers 12, Washington Federals 26<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Philadelphia Stars 24, Birmingham Stallions 28<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denver Gold 0, New Orleans 15<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boston Breakers 16, Tampa Bay Bandits 41<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chicago Blitz 7, New Jersey Generals 19<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oakland Invaders 12, Oklahoma Outlaws 24<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Memphis Showboats 31, Houston Gamblers 13<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jacksonville Bulls 10, Arizona Wranglers 17<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pittsburgh Maulers 26, Las Vegas Ace 10<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

San Antonio Gunslingers 14, Los Angeles Express 28<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Standings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Players of the Week<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Offense<\/span>: Cliff Stoudt, QB, Birmingham Stallions. Cliff Stoudt had a stellar performance in his team’s 28-24 victory over the Philadelphia Stars, earning him Offensive Player of the Week honors for Week 8. Stoudt completed 17 of 26 passes for 247 yards and threw four touchdown passes, finishing with an impressive 119.7 passer rating. His leadership and accuracy were key in securing the close win, including a late drive that solidified his team’s triumph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defense<\/span>: Mark Daum, LB, Denver Gold. Mark Daum, the Denver Gold linebacker, delivered an impressive performance in his team’s 15-0 loss to the New Orleans Brass. He set a single-game record with 17 tackles and also forced a fumble, showcasing his relentless presence on defense despite Denver\u2019s struggles on offense. His performance was a standout in an otherwise difficult game for the Gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Special Teams<\/span>: Zenon Andrushyshyn, K, Tampa Bay Bandits. Zenon Andryshyshyn repeated as Special Teams Player of the Week with a flawless performance in Tampa Bay’s 41-16 win over the Boston Breakers. He went 2-for-2 on field goals, including a long of 47 yards, and nailed all five of his extra point attempts, contributing 11 points to his team’s dominant showing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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