Generals vs. Stallions live score, updates, highlights from the new USFL’s first game

The USFL returns Saturday with a prime-time matchup that leads into an all-day tripleheader on Easter Sunday.

The season will begin with the New Jersey Generals taking on the hometown Birmingham Stallions. The game will be played in Birmingham’s Protective Stadium.

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The Generals boast a familiar name at running back in former Ohio State star Mike Weber. Weber, who ran for 2,676 yards in three seasons with the Buckeyes, is expected to be a standout for New Jersey after starting quarterback Ben Holmes was injured and then released.

Alex McGough is at the helm for the Stallions. McGough threw for just over 9,000 yards at Florida International, and he’ll look to continue that success under Stallions head coach Skip Holtz, son of Lou Holtz. Skip Holtz is coming off eight seasons of coaching Louisiana Tech. 

The Sporting News is providing live updates of the Generals and Stallions opening the new USFL’s first season.

Generals vs. Stallions score

Generals vs. Stallions live updates, highlights from USFL opener

(All times Eastern. Updates will begin shortly before kickoff, which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.)

Generals vs. Stallions start time

• Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET | 4:30 p.m. PT

The New Jersey Generals and Birmingham Stallions will meet at 7:30 p.m. ET at Protective Stadium.

What channel is Generals vs. Stallions on today?

• TV channel: Fox, NBC
• Live stream: Peacock, fuboTV

Football fans will have a plethora of options to watch the Generals and Stallions kick off the USFL season. Fox and NBC will be carrying the game, along with Peacock and fuboTV (which offers a free trial) for cord-cutters.

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