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New Orleans Saints at Indianapolis Colts odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at Indianapolis Colts odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (3-4) face the Indianapolis Colts (3-4) Sunday in Week 8 NFL action. Kickoff at Lucas Oil Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Colts odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Saints fell for the 4th time in their last 5 games with a 31-24 home loss against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday Night Football in Week 7. They failed to cover as 2.5-point favorites but easily went over the total of 41.5. QB Derek Carr completed 33 passes, 12 of which went to his RB Alvin Kamara for 91 yards.

The Colts lost a heartbreaker at home in Week 7 to Cleveland, 39-38, after Browns RB Kareem Hunt plunged across the goal line with 15 seconds remaining. QB Gardner Minshew threw for over 300 yards and 2 touchdowns, 1 of which went to WR Josh Downs who led all receivers with 125 yards.

The Saints have won the last 4 head-to-head meetings between these teams. The last time they met was Dec. 16, 2019, and the Saints easily covered as 8-point home favorites in a 34-7 victory.

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Saints at Colts odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 1:55 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Colts +110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints -1.5 (-115) | Colts +1.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 43.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Colts key injuries

Saints

LB Demario Davis (knee) questionable
QB Taysom Hill (chest) questionable
TE Juwan Johnson (calf) questionable
S Tyrann Mathieu (foot) questionable
OG Andrus Peat (ankle) questionable

Colts

DT Eric Johnson II (ankle) questionable
RB Zack Moss (elbow/heel) questionable
TE Kylen Granson (concussion) out
CB JuJu Brents (quad) out

Saints at Colts picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 20, Colts 17

Moneyline

PASS.

This game is basically a coin flip in my mind. The Colts offense has been producing 25.4 points per game, but their defense has allowed the 3rd-most PPG (27.5) in the NFL. The Saints defense has kept them in games by holding opponents to just 18.1 PPG, but the offense has struggled with consistency. I’d rather stay away and look to the total in this one.

Against the spread

AVOID.

I am going to target the total with my bet.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 43.5 (-110).

These 2 teams have gone under the total in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head matchups. New Orleans has been Under in 9 of their last 10 games because of their defensive prowess. I know that Minshew will be under a lot of pressure — the Colts allow nearly 3 sacks per game.

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Jacksonville Jaguars at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Jacksonville Jaguars at New Orleans Saints Week 7 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2) and New Orleans Saints (3-3) meet for Thursday Night Football at the Caesars Superdome. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET (Amazon Prime). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Jaguars vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Jaguars registered a 37-20 win against the Indianapolis Colts, cashing as 4-point favorites. Jacksonville has covered 3 in a row, while going 4-2 against the spread (ATS) overall. On the road, including 1 game in London, the Jags are 2-0 SU and ATS.

The Saints suffered a 20-13 loss at the Houston Texans as 2-point favorites while the Under (42) cashed. New Orleans has seen the total go low in all 6 games this season. New Orleans is 2-1 SU against the AFC, while going 1-2 ATS so far.

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Jaguars at Saints odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:23 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Jaguars +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Saints -118 (bet $118 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Jaguars +1.5 (-118) | Saints -1.5 (-104)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Jaguars at Saints key injuries

Jaguars

CB Tyson Campbell (hamstring) out
DT DaVon Hamilton (back) out
WR Zay Jones (knee) out
QB Trevor Lawrence (knee) questionable
OT Walker Little (knee) out
OG Brandon Scherff (ankle) questionable

Saints

LB Demario Davis (knee) questionable
DB J.T. Gray (hamstring) out
OG James Hurst (ankle) out
TE Juwan Johnson (calf) out
CB Lonnie Johnson (hamstring) questionable
FS Tyrann Mathieu (foot) questionable
OT Ryan Ramczyk (concussion) out
RB Jamaal Williams (hamstring) questionable
OT Landon Young (hip) out

Jaguars at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 19, Jaguars 15

Moneyline

The SAINTS (-118) are the safe play on the moneyline. The Jaguars (+100) are a bit risky, as Lawrence carries a questionable tag into TNF, and there is a good possibility his status isn’t determined until pregame warmups. He was only able to practice on a limited basis on Tuesday and Wednesday.

As such, playing the home side is the recommended course of action. There is a huge drop-off between Lawrence and backup QB C.J. Beathard, and there is a legitimate 50-50 chance the former Iowa signal caller could be under center for the Jags.

Against the spread

The SAINTS -1.5 (-104) are the play at home, despite the fact New Orleans has failed to cover both of its games at Caesars Superdome this season. Laying the little bit of points is a lot more economical than the moneyline, although this should be a very close game, too.

Over/Under

UNDER 39.5 (-105) is a very low number, but no number has been too low for the Saints this season. New Orleans is averaging just 12.5 PPG at home, while allowing just 20.5 PPG.

The Jaguars are also a huge concern on offense if Beathard is under center. Jacksonville rolled up 37 points on Indianapolis last week, and it has cashed the Over both times against the Colts this season. But the Under is 3-1 in its other 4 outings.

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New Orleans Saints at Houston Texans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at Houston Texans odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (3-2) face the Houston Texans (2-3) Sunday in Week 6 NFL action. Kickoff from NRG Stadium is at 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Texans odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Both the Saints and Texans played on the road last week and had very different games.

The Saints dominated the New England Patriots so thoroughly (34-0) that Patriot fans are questioning whether any player (or coach) is worth keeping next year. The Saints’ defense controlled the game thanks to 3 forced turnovers. The offensive side struggled as QB Derek Carr failed to throw for 200 yards and no running back reached 100 yards.

In Houston’s 21-19 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, the Texans led with less than 2 minutes. But Falcons QB Desmond Ridder threw for over 300 yards and marched down the field for a game winning field goal. Texans TE Dalton Schultz led Houston with 65 yards off 7 receptions and QB C.J. Stroud has yet to throw a pick.

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Saints at Texans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:42 P.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Texans +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints -1.5 (-110) | Texans +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Texans key injuries

Saints

S J.T. Gray (hamstring) out
TE Juwan Johnson (calf) out
S Lonnie Johnson (hamstring) out
FB Adam Prentice (knee) out
OT Landon Young (hip) out

Texans

WR Tank Dell (concussion) questionable
LB Christian Harris (concussion) questionable
WR Robert Woods (ribs) questionable

Saints at Texans picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 21, Texans 17

Moneyline

The Saints match up well against the Texans. With RB Alvin Kamara getting back into the swing of things after his suspension, look to New Orleans to increase its run game — especially against a Houston defense that allows the 3rd-most rushing touchdowns per game.

On the flip side, the Saints’ run defense limits opponents to less than 100 yards on the ground. With Houston only getting 3 yards per rush (31st in the NFL), they will be one-dimensional on Sunday.

BET SAINTS (-125).

Against the spread

Road favorites are 17-12 ATS this season, but don’t jump on the Saints for the extra value. New Orleans failed to cover in both of its wins as a favorite and the lines were low (-3 against the Titans and -3 at Panthers). I will AVOID and stick with the moneyline.

Over/Under

In inter-conference matchups, the Under has a 26-14 record. Combine that with the Saints’ 5-0 Under record this season, and it is tough to see how this game goes over 42.

LEAN UNDER 42.5 (-110).

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New Orleans Saints at New England Patriots odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at New England Patriots odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (2-2) visit the New England Patriots (1-3) on Sunday. Kickoff from Gillette Stadium is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Patriots odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Last week, the Saints fell 26-9 to the Buccaneers failing to cover as 4.5-point home favorites. QB Derek Carr went 23-for-37 for 127 yards in a dismal offense performance. New Orleans’ defense struggled to maintain Bucs’ QB Baker Mayfield, who threw for 246 yards and 3 touchdowns while only being sacked 1 time.

New England had similar offensive difficulties in its 38-3 loss to Dallas as it failed to cover as a 6-point road underdog. QB Mac Jones went 12-for-21 for just 150 yards and 2 interceptions in the loss. The Patriots had only 53 yards on the ground with leading rusher RB Rhamondre Stevenson carrying the ball 14 times for 30 yards.

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Saints at Patriots odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | Patriots -110 (bet $110 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints +1 (-115) | Patriots -1 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 39 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Patriots key injuries

Saints

CB Paulson Adebo (hamstring) questionable
QB Derek Carr (shoulder) questionable
G James Hurst (ankle) questionable
S Lonnie Johnson (hamstring) out
TE Juwan Johnson (calf) out
G Andrus Peat (concussion) questionable
T Landon Young (hip) out

Patriots

DT Christian Barmore (knee) questionable
T Trent Brown (chest) questionable
LB Trey Flowers (foot) questionable
DT Davon Godchaux (ankle) questionable
CB Christian Gonzalez (shoulder) out
CB Jonathan Jones (ankle) questionable
LB Matt Judon (elbow) out
OT Riley Reiff (knee) questionable
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (thigh) questionable
G Cole Strange (knee) questionable
CB Shaun Wade (shoulder) questionable

Saints at Patriots picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 16, Patriots 13

Moneyline

BET SAINTS -110.

While the odds are pretty similar between the moneyline and spread, there is more profit to be made on a moneyline bet for New Orleans in this game. Even though Carr is dealing with a lingering shoulder injury, the Saints’ offense has looked more put together as opposed that of Jones and the Pats.

The Patriots have struggled mightily this season, unable to stimulate a lot of offense including scoring just 13 combined points in the last 2 weeks. While the game may be close, expect the Saints to prevail.

Against the spread

PASS.

There is more profit to be made on a moneyline play for the Saints.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 39 (-110).

With 2 defensive-minded coaches and 2 offenses that have had their struggles putting points on the board, expect points to come at a premium in this matchup. The starting QBs, Carr and Jones, have combined for just 7 TDs this season and 6 interceptions. Unless either team far exceeds expectations, the Under is the reasonable play.

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First look: New Orleans Saints at New England Patriots odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at New England Patriots NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The New Orleans Saints (2-2) and New England Patriots (1-3) meet Sunday in a Week 5 contest in Foxboro. Kickoff at Gillette Stadium is at 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we look at Saints vs. Patriots odds from BetMGM Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s NFL picks and predictions.

New Orleans started its season 2-0, but the Saints have now lost 2 in a row. The 2nd of those losses came Sunday with New Orleans getting upset 26-9 at home as a 4.5-point favorite against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The Patriots were shelled 38-3 by the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday as a 6-point underdog. The 35-point loss marked New England’s worst since a 45-7 loss at the New York Jets on Sept. 26, 1993.

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Saints at Patriots odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 12:24 p.m. ET.

Moneyline: Saints +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Patriots -125 (bet $125 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints +1.5 (-110) | Patriots -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Saints 2-2 | Patriots 1-3
ATS: Saints 0-3-1 | Patriots 1-3
O/U: Saints 0-4 | Patriots 1-3

Saints vs. Patriots head-to-head

New England has won 5 of the last 7 meetings and leads the all-time series 10-5. Since 2009, the Pats and Saints have played 4 games. Those contests have made for an ATS split, 2 Overs and 2 Unders.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New Orleans Saints odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-1) visit the New Orleans Saints (2-1) on Sunday. Kickoff from the Caesars Superdome is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Buccaneers vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Buccaneers are coming off a short week after falling 25-11 against the Eagles while failing to cover as 5.5-point home underdogs Monday night. QB Baker Mayfield went 15-of-25 passing for 146 yards with a touchdown and interception in the loss. It seemed the Tampa offense could not move the ball until late in the 4th quarter when the outcome was no longer in question. WR Mike Evans was Mayfield’s favorite target with 5 receptions on 10 targets for 60 yards and a TD.

New Orleans fell 18-17 on the road against the Packers last week, failing to cover as a 1-point favorite. The Saints entered the 4th quarter up 17-0 before giving up 18 unanswered points to lose the game. But the bigger loss of the day was QB Derek Carr exiting early with a shoulder injury. WR Chris Olave kept the offense moving with 8 receptions for 104 yards, but ultimately the defense could not hold the line to end the game.

There are reports that Carr won’t play against the Saints — he’s listed as “questionable” on the NFL injury report as of early Sunday morning.

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Buccaneers at Saints odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Buccaneers +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Saints -185 (bet $185 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Buccaneers +3.5 (-110) | Saints -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 40 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Buccaneers at Saints key injuries

Buccaneers

CB Carlton Davis (toe) questionable
CB Jamel Dean (neck, shoulder) out
DT Calijah Kancey (calf) out
DT Vita Vea (pectoral) questionable
LB Devin White (foot) questionable

Saints

CB Paulson Adebo (hamstring) out
QB Derek Carr (shoulder) questionable
S Jordan Howden (finger) out
TE Foster Moreau (ankle) questionable
OL Cesar Ruiz (concussion) out

Buccaneers at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 24, Buccaneers 20

Moneyline

PASS.

The Saints are playing at home and are the rightful favorites in this game, which is why the odds are set at -185. There is more profit to be made betting the spread below.

Against the spread

LEAN SAINTS -3.5 (-110).

While their collapse last week was catastrophic, the Saints will bounce back in front of their home crowd against a Buccaneers team that looked awful on offense last week. New Orleans has had a full week to prepare backup QB Jameis Winston to take the field against his former team and he will step up to the challenge. The Saints will also see RB Alvin Kamara return from suspension this week giving them an added edge.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 40 (-110).

Neither team has been spectacular on offense this season, but both Mayfield and Winston are capable of finding the open receivers and creating scoring opportunities. You can expect clumsy turnovers, but both QBs have displayed playmaking abilities. The mix of QB Taysom Hill along with Kamara and Olave is a recipe for points and the Over hitting.

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New Orleans Saints at Green Bay Packers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at Green Bay Packers Week 3 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (2-0) travel to Lambeau Field Sunday to take on the Green Bay Packers (1-1) in Week 3. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Packers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Saints beat the Carolina Panthers 20-17 on Monday Night Football to push as 3-point road favorites. QB Derek Carr had a subpar game going 21-of-36 passing for 228 yards and an interception while QB Taysom Hill carried the ball 9 times for 75 yards which allowed them to open the offense. It was RB Tony Jones Jr. who did the scoring for New Orleans, notching 2 touchdowns and 34 yards on 12 carries.

Green Bay fell 25-24 on the road against the Atlanta Falcons last Sunday but covered as 3-point underdogs. QB Jordan Love only threw for 151 yards but had 3 TDs, 2 of which to rookie WR Jayden Reed. RB AJ Dillion rushed the ball 15 times for 55 yards with a long of 8 yards as RB Aaron Jones missed the game due to a hamstring injury. The Packers took a 24-12 lead into the 4th quarter but gave up a touchdown and 2 field goals while being held off the board.

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Saints at Packers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Packers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints +1.5 (-110) | Packers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 42.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Packers key injuries

Saints

CB Paulson Adebo (hamstring) questionable
TE Foster Moreau (ankle) doubtful
RB Jamaal Williams (hamstring) out

Packers

CB Jaire Alexander (back) questionable
OL David Bakhtiari (rest, knee) questionable
LB Rashan Gary (knee) questionable
G Elgton Jenkins (knee) out
RB Aaron Jones (hamstring) questionable
LB Lukas Van Ness (elbow) questionable
WR Christian Watson (hamstring) questionable

Saints at Packers picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 27, Packers 21

Moneyline

BET SAINTS (+100).

The Packers are not at full strength as they are facing numerous injuries including their top CB and RB. The Saints have found ways to inch out both their wins this season — by a combined margin of just 4 points — and will find a way to do so on the road again Sunday.

Carr needs to perform better than he did on Monday in Week 2, but with WRs Chris Olave and Michael Thomas looking better and better each week, he should be able to do just that. Expect Lambeau to be energetic in the Packers’ first home game of the season, but expect New Orleans to stay undefeated.

Against the spread

BET SAINTS +1.5 (-110).

Green Bay is beat up and even if some of the players currently on the injury report play, they will see limited reps compared to usual. The Saints’ offense has been averaging 372 yards per game so far this season while the Packers are averaging just 286. On the reverse, the Saints are allowing just 277.5 yards per game compared to the Packers 393.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 42.5 (-110).

The Packers have eclipsed 43 points in each of their games this season and will rally off the crowd’s energy in their home opener. Both teams combined allow an average of just under 700 yards per game and with injuries for both teams’ secondaries, expect points to come easier than usual.

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New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints (1-0) and the Carolina Panthers (0-1) meet Monday night at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET (ESPN/ESPN2). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Panthers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Saints opened with a 16-15 victory over the Tennessee Titans in Week 1, as QB Derek Carr made his team debut with 305 passing yards, 1 TD and 1 INT. New Orleans had 351 total yards of offense, and it was a plus-1 in turnover ratio.

The Panthers suffered a 24-10 setback on the road against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1, as QB Bryce Young struggled in his NFL debut. He completed 20-of-38 passes for 146 yards, 1 TD and 2 INT. The good news is that Carolina had 20 first downs to just 13 for Atlanta, while outgaining the Falcons by a 281-to-221 margin.

Carolina has won 3 of the past 4 meetings, while also going 3-1 against the spread (ATS) in that span. The Panthers have won the past 2 meetings at home, with the Saints last winning at BoA on Jan. 3, 2021 by a 33-7 score. The Under has cashed in each of the past 5 meetings.

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Saints at Panthers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints -165 (bet $165 to win $100) | Panthers +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints -3 (-110) | Panthers +3 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 39.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Panthers key injuries

Saints

DB Juantavius Gray (shoulder) questionable
RB Kendre Miller (hamstring) questionable

Panthers

WR DJ Chark Jr. (hamstring) questionable

Saints at Panthers picks and predictions

Prediction

Panthers 20, Saints 18

Moneyline

The PANTHERS (+140) are a solid value at home as slight ‘dogs.

Carolina’s pass game wasn’t great in the opener in Atlanta, but there will be growing pains with Young. However, there will also be glimpses of brilliance, too. And it wasn’t all bad in Atlanta, as the Panthers outgained the Falcons, and RB Miles Sanders was solid in his team debut. The defense also did a good job of putting the team in position to win, and it will do well against Carr and the Saints pass offense, which was just OK in the opener.

Against the spread

The PANTHERS +3 (-110) are an OK play if you just can’t pick them straight up. However, there isn’t a lot of wiggle room, unless you strongly believe the Saints -3 (-110) are going to win, but only by 1 or 2 points. The better value is the moneyline play.

Over/Under

UNDER 39.5 (-110) is the lean in this Monday night undercard.

The Under cashed in Week 1 for the Saints, and the Under also cashed in Week 1 for the Falcons. If you’re seeing a theme here, you should. The Under has also cashed in each of the previous 5 meetings between these NFC South combatants.

The Under is also 7-3 in the past 10 games inside the NFC South Division for the Panthers, while cashing in each of the past 5 games inside the division for the Saints. The Under is 7-2 in the past 9 games against division foes for New Orleans, too.

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Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Tennessee Titans and the New Orleans Saints open their 2023 NFL regular seasons at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Titans head to the Gulf Coast looking to get off to a hot start. QB Ryan Tannehill hung onto his starting job in training camp and the preseason, holding off a pair of drafted QBs in the past 2 years, Will Levis and Malik Willis.

The Saints look to get off to a grand style in the QB Derek Carr era. RB Jamaal Williams is likely to be leaned up heavily in Week 1, especially with RB Alvin Kamara suspended for 3 games by the NFL.

These teams last met on Nov. 14, 2021, with the Titans coming away with a 23-21 win as the Saints covered the 3-point line.

This is the first meeting in New Orleans since Nov. 8, 2015, when the Titans won 34-28 in overtime as 7-point underdogs. The Titans have won 4 straight visits to New Orleans dating back to the organization’s time as the Houston Oilers. The last time the Saints won a home game against the Oilers/Titans franchise was Sept. 5, 1993.

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Titans at Saints odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Saints -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Titans +3 (-120) | Saints -3 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Titans at Saints key injuries

Titans

CB Tre Avery (hamstring) out
LB Harold Landry (abdomen) questionable
OL Dillon Radunz (knee) questionable

Saints

S J.T. Gray (knee) out
RB Kendre Miller (hamstring) questionable
WR Tre’Quan Smith (groin) out

Titans at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Titans 23, Saints 21

Moneyline

The TITANS (+130) are worth a look as road ‘dogs.

Some streaks cannot be explained, and the Titans just seem to show out whenever they visit New Orleans. Much of the personnel has changed since the most recent visit to the Big Easy in 2015. However, I believe in strange streaks like this. The Titans have kept the fire of the Oilers alive, looking to be the kings of the Gulf Coast.

If you’re not into circumstantial streaks, the Titans have a healthy RB Derrick Henry, and he will be facing a Saints rush defense that allowed 4.5 yards per carry last season, ranking 24th in the NFL. The Titans, on the flip side, were No. 1 against the run, which bodes well for a team without Kamara. Don’t forget newly-acquired WR DeAndre Hopkins if the Titans want to go vertical.

Against the spread

The TITANS +3 (-120) are an OK play with the points if you can’t bring yourself to take them straight up.

Tennessee was just 2-3 straight up (SU) and 2-2-1 against the spread (ATS) against the NFC last season, so there is some risk. However, I like the rush D against the Saints, and I like Henry and the Titans’ run game to roll up big numbers.

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Over/Under

OVER 41.5 (-110) is the lean, but play a half-unit play at most.

This game figures to see a decent amount of rushing on the part of the Titans, but look for the Saints to air it out frequently with their “new Carr” under center. We aren’t going to have a defensive slog, but we won’t have a shootout under the dome, either. With the controlled conditions and decent passing on each side, the total should inch just across the finish line.

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Houston Texans at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Houston Texans at New Orleans Saints odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Houston Texans (1-1) visit the New Orleans Saints (2-0) Sunday as both teams wrap up their preseason play. Kickoff from Caesars Superdome is set for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Texans vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

Houston suffered a 28-3 blowout loss vs. the Miami Dolphins last Sunday. Rookie QB C.J. Stroud looked a lot sharper vs. Miami than he did in his preseason debut vs. the New England Patriots, going 7-of-12 passing for 60 yards. Coach DeMeco Ryans has stated that Stroud will start again vs. New Orleans, and despite not being officially named as the starting QB, he has seen the bulk of reps with the 1st team offense.

New Orleans picked up a 22-17 win vs. the Los Angeles Chargers to stay undefeated in the preseason. Backup QB Jameis Winston played well for the Saints in that win, going 13-of-21 passing for 169 yards and leading the Saints to three 2nd-quarter scoring drives. The Saints defense forced 3 turnovers but coach Dennis Allen was upset as the Saints were penalized 14 times for 141 yards. Allen has stated that QB Derek Carr and several other starters will sit again vs. Houston.

Texans at Saints odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:51 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Texans +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Saints -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Texans +2.5 (-110) | Saints -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 37.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Texans at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 20, Texans 14

Moneyline

BET SAINTS (-155).

Even with the Saints playing mostly backups I believe they will have enough to beat the Texans. Stroud and DE Will Anderson Jr. did look better vs. Miami, but I don’t think they looked good enough to beat New Orleans.

I expect Stroud to struggle a bit — even if he shows improvement — and I believe the Saints’ defense will be able to force him into making mistakes.

Against the spread

LEAN SAINTS -2.5 (-110).

I expect the Saints to win and I do expect them to cover, but the moneyline and Over/Under are both safer plays. This play really depends on how much improvement we see from Stroud and if the Saints’ defense will be able to clamp the Texans’ offense the same way Miami did.

This play also depends on how much the Saints’ sloppiness with regard to penalties will hold the team back from putting up 7 even on deep drives, as they did vs. Los Angeles.

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Over/Under

BET UNDER 37.5 (-110).

With the Saints playing a lot of backups and taking into consideration how bad Houston looked vs. Miami, the under should be a pretty safe bet here. Winston has played well for New Orleans and I expect that to continue but I expect penalties to hold back the Saints from putting up touchdowns. I also expect the Saints to be able to force turnovers and prevent Houston from scoring enough points for this game to hit the Over.

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