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Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints open their regular seasons at the Caesars Superdome Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Panthers vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Panthers have QB Bryce Young entering Year 2, and apparently he made strides in training camp. The team also surrounded him with more weapons, trading for WR Diontae Johnson, while getting back into the 1st round of the 2024 NFL Draft to select South Carolina WR Xavier Legette.

The Saints swept the season series in 2023 while going 1-0-1 against the spread (ATS) at most shops. New Orleans has won 4 of the past 5 games at home against Carolina, with a meaningless Week 18 game won by the Panthers Jan. 8, 2023, as the lone exception. The Under has cashed in 7 straight meetings in this series.

New Orleans has won and covered 3 in a row inside the NFC South, and the Under cashed in 5 of 6 divisional games last season.

Carolina also saw the total go 5-1 in the past 6 divisional contests while going 1-5 straight up (SU) and 2-3-1 ATS in those outings.

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Panthers 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 12:20 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Panthers +176 (bet $100 to win $176) | Saints -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread: Panthers +3.5 (-104) | Saints -3.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Panthers at Saints key injuries

Panthers

TE Tommy Tremble (hamstring, back) out

Saints

LB Willie Gay Jr. (back) questionable
DT Khalen Saunders (calf) out

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Panthers at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 23, Panthers 16

Moneyline

The Saints (-210) will set you back more than 2 times your potential return if you want to back the home side straight up and not play around with the points. That’s a little too expensive for a standalone wager, but as part of a multi-leg parlay, especially in Week 1, when we’re being a little more conservative, it’s OK to toss in with a few other teams.

PASS.

Against the spread

The SAINTS -3.5 (-118) are worth a look laying the points, although that hook is always bothersome. When betting the favorite, it’s always more appealing taking the flat 3, rather than the 3 and a hook.

Still, New Orleans should be able to handle its business against the Panthers +3.5 (-104), who need to prove to bettors and NFL fans that they’re way better than the past 2 seasons before we start trusting them again.

Over/Under

UNDER 41.5 (-112) is a strong play in this NFC South battle.

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The Under cashed in 5 of 6 divisional games for each of these teams last season and went 2-0 in their head-to-head meetings.

The most recent meeting in New Orleans saw the home side win 28-6 in Week 14 of the 2023 campaign. In fact, the total has gone low in 7 straight meetings since Jan. 3, 2021. Until we see big offense in this series again, keep going low.

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SportsbookWire.com’s Alex White likes a total in Sunday’s NFL Week 1 between the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints.

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Alex White of SportsbookWire.com found an Over/Under total “that is way too high.”

The Carolina Panthers visit the NFC South rival New Orleans Saints Sunday in Week 1. Kickoff from Caesars Superdome is set for 1 p.m. ET (FOX).

BetMGM Sportsbook has the Over/Under in Panthers-Saints at 41.5 (Over: -110 | Under: -110). Lines last updated Saturday at 5:27 p.m. ET.

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First look: Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Carolina Panthers at New Orleans Saints Week 1 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Carolina Panthers and the New Orleans Saints open the NFL regular season Sunday at Caesars Superdome. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we look at Panthers vs. Saints odds from BetMGM Sportsbook before making our expert NFL picks and predictions later in the week.

Hope springs eternal in Charlotte, as the Panthers look to put an ugly 2-15 season in the rear-view mirror. Carolina wrapped up the 2023 campaign with a pair of shutout losses, while scoring 10 or fewer points in 4 of the final 5 outings.

Carolina moved back into the 1st round of the 2024 NFL Draft to nab South Carolina WR Xavier Legette to help QB Bryce Young. And, the Panthers added WR Diontae Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers, as the team looks to inject a little excitement into new coach Dave Canales’ offense.

The Saints posted a 9-8 record last season, but just missed out on the postseason. New Orleans finished up strong with 4 wins in the final 5 regular-season games, while going 4-1 against the spread (ATS) to finish things out.

Carolina was a dismal 0-9 on the road last season, while going 1-11 against NFC teams, and 1-5 inside the division.

New Orleans went a respectable 5-3 at home in 2023, while posting a 4-8 mark against the NFC, and 3-3 inside the division.

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Panthers at Saints odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 12:14 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Panthers +175 (bet $100 to win $175) | Saints -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Panthers +4.5 (-120) | Saints -4.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 41.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Panthers 2-15 | Saints 9-8
ATS: Panthers 4-11-2 | Saints 6-10-1
O/U: Panthers 5-11-1 | Saints 6-11

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Panthers vs. Saints head-to-head

These NFC South teams meet twice each regular season. The Saints swept the series in 2023, winning 20-17 in Week 2 on a Monday night, pushing as a 3-point favorite as the Under (39.5) cashed. In Week 14, New Orleans pounded Carolina 28-6 as a 5.5-point favorite as the Under (39) cashed again.

The Saints have won 7 of the past 10 meetings since Nov. 24, 2019, with Carolina holding a 5-4-1 ATS advantage in the span. The Under has cashed in 7 straight meetings in this series since Jan. 3, 2021.

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Tennessee Titans at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Tennessee Titans (2-0) and New Orleans Saints (1-1) meet in Week 3 of the NFL preseason at the Caesars Superdome. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (NFL Network). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Titans vs. Saints odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Titans have won a couple of close preseason games against the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks, with an average margin of victory of 2.5 points per game (PPG). Now, Tennessee hits the road for the 1st time this preseason.

Tennessee is averaging 16.5 PPG in 2 preseason games while allowing 14.0 PPG. The Under has cashed in both outings.

The Saints have split their 2 preseason games, winning 16-14 in Arizona on Aug. 10, but they narrowly missed covering as 3-point favorites. The Saints lost 16-10 in San Francisco Aug. 18.

New Orleans is averaging 13.0 PPG on offense, while allowing 15.0 PPG on defense, through the first 2 preseason games. Like the Titans, the Under is 2-0 in 2 preseason outings for the Saints.

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Titans at Saints odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:37 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Titans -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Saints +175 (bet $100 to win $175)
Against the spread: Titans -4.5 (-110) | Saints +4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 36.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Titans at Saints picks and predictions

Prediction

Saints 18, Titans 16

Moneyline

The SAINTS (+175) are a solid play as underdogs in their first preseason home game of the campaign.

While the Titans (-210) have tremendous depth, particularly at QB with Will Levis, Mason Rudolph and Malik Willis and at RB with Tony Pollard, Tyjae Spears and Hassan Haskins, this is a team hitting the road for the 1st time. And the Saints are in front of the home fans for the 1st time, and they’ll want to show out before things begin for real.

Against the spread

If you’re a little more on the conservative side, or you just don’t trust the SAINTS +4.5 (-110) straight up, the home side isn’t a bad play with the points.

The spread on this game is surprising giving how close the outings have been for both sides in this preseason. Take advantage if you can’t bring yourself to back New Orleans on the moneyline.

Over/Under

UNDER 36.5 (-105) has been a way of making an awful lot of money in this preseason.

The Under went 12-4 in Week 1 of the preseason, and a whopping 14-2 in Week 2. There is no sense changing gears now.

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New Orleans Saints at San Francisco 49ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Saints at San Francisco 49ers odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The San Francisco 49ers (0-1) welcome the New Orleans Saints (1-0) to Levi’s Stadium Sunday. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. ET (FOX). Below, we analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. 49ers odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The 49ers, among the best teams in the NFL over the last few seasons, lost its preseason opener to the Tennessee Titans 17-13. Backup QB Joshua Dobbs passed for 146 yards and an INT. First-round draft pick WR Ricky Pearsall didn’t have a catch in the 1st preseason game.

New Orleans won its preseason opener 16-14 over the Arizona Cardinals. Starting QB Derek Carr went 2-of-6 for 12 yards.

Saints at 49ers odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | 49ers -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints +1.5 (-110) | 49ers -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 38.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Saints at 49ers picks and predictions

Prediction

49ers 20, Saints 17

Moneyline

BET 49ERS (-120).

The 49ers being in front of their own fans should help. The better case here is the fact the starters may get a few series which should result in points, and the backups are experienced quarterbacks in Dobbs and QB Brandon Allen.

The Saints backups are more of a wild card in QB Spencer Rattler. New Orleans may have beaten Arizona, but they were 5-of-15 on 3rd down and committed 9 penalties. Those shortcomings will be tough to overcome against San Francisco.

Given those preseason issues for New Orleans, take 49ERS (-120).

Against the spread

PASS.

Given how similar the spread and moneyline are, avoid the added risk and take the home team’s moneyline play. While not a bad option for bettors, avoid this play and look above.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 38.5 (-105).

Neither team’s 2nd unit looked overly impressive in their 1st outing. The Saints gained just 286 total yards and were not great in sustaining drives.

The 49ers scored just 13 points, and their QBs combined to go 21-of-33. San Francisco was just 4-for-11 on 3rd down as well and 0-for-2 on 4th down.

Both teams held their opponent to 17 or fewer. Given those trends, take UNDER 38.5 (-105).

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New Orleans Saints at Arizona Cardinals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Orleans Saints at Arizona Cardinals odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The New Orleans Saints and Arizona Cardinals open their preseasons Saturday. Kickoff from State Farm Stadium is at 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Saints vs. Cardinals odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The Saints are coming off a 9-8 season in 2023 in which they won 4 of their last 5 games, but did not make the postseason. They added LB Willie Gay Jr., DE Chase Young and more in the offseason.

The Cardinals went 4-13 last season, but were 3-5 in the final 8 games when QB Kyler Murray returned from an ACL tear suffered in Dec. 2022.

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Saints at Cardinals odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Saints -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Cardinals +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): Saints -2.5 (-110) | Cardinals +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 37 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Saints at Cardinals picks and predictions

Prediction

Cardinals 20, Saints 16

Moneyline

The CARDINALS (+110) had 2 come-from-behind preseason wins last year with their back-of-the-roster players.

Murray will not play, and most of their starters probably will not either.

The Saints have not said one way or another with theirs.

However, as the preseason goes, because games are decided by players late in the game who largely will not be on active NFL rosters in the regular season, there is only one way to bet preseason games — bet plus odds and hope for the best.

BET CARDINALS (+110).

Against the spread

Again, as attempting to handicap games where teams actively hold back some of their game planning and have fringe players and guys who will not be playing football next month, don’t bet the spread.

These games are too unpredictable and volatile to get any trends or read.

PASS.

Over/Under

Last preseason, 2 of the Cardinals’ preseason games (their 2 wins) had only 35 points. Their loss had 48.

Neither preseason game played Thursday had more than 20 total points.

Last year, only 9 of 16 games had over 37 points for their total.

BET UNDER 37 (-110).

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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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