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Big return highlights Showboats’ shutout of Maulers

Apr 15, 2023; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Showboats quarterback Brady White (3) reacts with running back Alex Collins (2) during the second half against the Philadelphia Stars at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Derrick Dillon returned a missed field goal 109 yards for a touchdown and the Memphis Showboats blanked the visiting Pittsburgh Maulers 22-0 on Saturday in USFL action.

Cole Kelley passed for 135 yards and threw a touchdown to Vinny Papale as the Showboats (3-3) won their third straight game. Alex Kessman kicked field goals of 27, 46 and 48 yards.

The Maulers (2-4) outgained the Showboats 283-223 but also turned the ball over three times, including a pair of interceptions by James Morgan. Isiah Hennie caught eight passes for 103 yards for Pittsburgh.

Dillon’s return following Chris Blewitt’s missed field goal attempt gave Memphis a 19-0 lead just before halftime.

–Field Level Media

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