Expert prediction
New Orleans Saints vs Indianapolis Colts Odds, and Picks (Oct 29)
- Keith McCarthy
- Oct 24, 2023 at 8:02 PM EDT
- The Saints came up a bit short against the Jaguars, losing by a score of 31-24.
- Indianapolis lost a thriller against the Browns, 39-38, falling to 3-4 on the year.
- These two teams last met on December 16, 2019, in a game the Saints won 34-7.
The NFL season is at the halfway point. Let’s preview the upcoming Saints vs Colts game. Both of these teams fell to 3-4 with after losing last week. They need a win to get back to .500 and avoid falling to 3-5.
How to Watch
- FOX
Preview
New Orleans lost to the Jaguars on Thursday, falling to 3-4 on the year. It was a relatively solid result, but the defense took a big step back, allowing more than 30 points for the first time this season. Alvin Kamara continues to make a huge impact on the offense. He racked up another 153 yards last week, now at 438 total yards in 4 games. As long as Kamara and WR Michael Thomas are available, the offense will compete.
When you need him most, Michael Thomas.
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) October 20, 2023
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The Colts came up short against the Browns last week, losing 39-38. The offense looked stellar. Jonathan Taylor totaled 120 yards and a TD, while QB Gardner Minshew post a 119 passer rating. Minshew found a connection with rookie WR Josh Downs, who reeled in 5 catches for 125 yards and a TD. Meanwhile, the defense flailed at key times, giving up 39 points in a game that the Browns QBs posted a 36 passer rating.
Prediction
Both of these teams are looking to build on offensive momentum this week, as well as bounce back on defense after poor showings on that side of the ball. New Orleans is 1-2 against the AFC South so far this season, and may have trouble once again in this matchup. These two teams actually project very evenly, but the Colts should have a slight advantage at home. I see Minshew Magic returning to the mix this week.
NFL Picks:
- Colts 23, Saints 20 ()
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