Betting on Week 1 of the AAF is a once in a lifetime opportunity - here are our best bets for the new league

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Orlando Apollos (-4.5) over Atlanta Legends

Orlando Apollos (-4.5) over Atlanta Legends

With so little information known about any of the teams playing this weekend, laying a 4.5-point favorite is admittedly, a bit ridiculous — why not take the points that are essentially free?

First, because I do not want to bet against Apollos head coach Steve Spurrier, who, at 73 years old, can still probably coach the heck out of a football game.

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Legends were supposed to be led by Brad Childress, but the former Vikings coach abruptly left the team in January, leaving Kevin Coyle to take over the role.

Again, it's insane not to take the points in this spot, but this entire endeavor of betting on a brand new football league is rather insane to begin with, so why not lean in?

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San Antonio Commanders (-2.5) over San Diego Fleet

San Antonio Commanders (-2.5) over San Diego Fleet

While the Legends were cut short by the premature departure of Brad Childress, the San Diego Fleet lost quarterback Josh Johnson, who was likely to be one of the most talented quarterbacks in the league, to the NFL after he took over for the Redskins amid a slew of injuries.

With the Fleet working to replace the most important position on the field, I'm backing the San Antonio Commanders to win in their debut.

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Memphis Express (+3) over Birmingham Iron

Memphis Express (+3) over Birmingham Iron

Christian Hackenberg is back playing meaningful football.

After flaming out in the NFL, Hackenberg has found a home with the Memphis Express, leading to one of the most intriguing storylines the league has to offer — could the AAF offer players an opportunity to prove they're still NFL-ready?

Both Hackenberg and Iron running back Trent Richardson will likely be looking to do so, but in this game, we're taking the points.

Salt Lake Stallions (+4) over Arizona Hotshots

Salt Lake Stallions (+4) over Arizona Hotshots

This team hasn't even played a game together yet but they've already embraced the defensive family photo. Shut up and take my money!

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