Orlando Storm gutted out a 24-23 road win over Houston, staying perfect in close games this season.
The Orlando Storm (5-2) edged the Houston Gamblers (2-5) in a defensive slugfest at Shell Energy Stadium. Orlando remains tied atop the UFL standings with DC and St. Louis, while Houston's playoff hopes continue to fade with another crushing one-score loss.
Box Score
Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Orlando Storm | 7 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 24 |
Houston Gamblers | 3 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 23 |
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Game Highlights
Top Performers
Orlando Storm
Elijhah Badger (WR) — 4 rec, 75 yds, 2 TD
Jack Plummer (QB) — 14/24, 152 yds, 2 TD, 0 INT
Jashaun Corbin (RB) — 7 att, 25 yds
Brandon Sebastian (CB) — 5 tackles
D.J. James (CB) — 1 INT
Houston Gamblers
Hunter Dekkers (QB) — 24/41, 268 yds, 0 TD, 1 INT, 4 att, 17 yds, 1 TD rushing
Jalen Moreno-Cropper (WR) — 6 rec, 68 yds
Jalen White (RB) — 3 rec, 68 yds, 1 TD
John Rhys Plumlee (QB) — 1/3, 49 yds, 1 TD
Malik Fisher (DE) — 2 tackles, 1 sack
Team Stats
Stat | Orlando Storm | Houston Gamblers |
|---|---|---|
Total Yards | 207 | 415 |
Passing | 14/24, 152 yds, 2 TD | 25/44, 317 yds, 1 TD |
Rushing | 19 att, 55 yds, 0 TD | 26 att, 98 yds, 1 TD |
Turnovers | 1 | 3 |
Quick Hits
Orlando won despite being outgained 415-207, proving defense and ball security matter more than yardage
Houston's defense came up clutch with 4 sacks but couldn't force enough turnovers to flip the field
Elijhah Badger torched Houston's secondary for both of Orlando's passing touchdowns on just 4 catches
What's Next
Orlando Storm (5-2) — at Dallas Renegades, Friday May 16
Houston Gamblers (2-5) — at St. Louis Battlehawks, Friday May 16
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