Kansas City Chiefs (4-0) vs New Orleans Saints (2-2)
Game Info: Monday, October 7, 2024 at 8:15 pm (GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium)
Betting Odds: Kansas City Chiefs -5.5 / New Orleans Saints +5.5 --- Over/Under: 42.5
NO Saints vs KC Chiefs
Game Previews
The New Orleans Saints face off against the Kansas City Chiefs this Monday in Week 5 NFL action at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Check out our prediction for the Saints vs. Chiefs matchup!
Matchup/League Facts
The Chiefs rank 1st in the NFL in H2 win percentage (100.0) this season.
The Chiefs rank T2nd in the NFL in forced fumbles (5) this season.
The Saints rank 1st in the NFL in Q1 points per game (10.3) this season.
The Saints rank 1st in the NFL in H1 points per game (20.5) this season.
New Orleans Saints
Team Preview
The New Orleans Saints suffered losses to the Eagles and Falcons, and now they're gearing up to take on the Buccaneers next. They've dropped 5 of their last 8 road games. Derek Carr has been impressive, completing 72% of his passes for 824 yards, with 6 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.
You can look towards bright spots like, Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed who have teamed up for 517 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns, while Alvin Kamara leads the team with 17 receptions. On defense, Paulson Adebo is at the top with 32 tackles, Alontae Taylor has notched 3.5 sacks, and Tyrann Mathieu has collected 2 interceptions. Can they pull off a big win here?
NO Saints Player Prop Facts
Taysom Hill has scored at least one touchdown in four of the Saints' last five games as underdogs following a loss.
Derek Carr has recorded 222+ passing yards in nine of his last 10 appearances with his team as a road underdog against AFC West opponents.
Cedrick Wilson has recorded 19+ receiving yards in seven of his eight previous regular-season appearances against AFC West opponents.
KC ChiefsTeam Preview
The Kansas City Chiefs just picked up wins against the Falcons and Chargers, and now they’re set to take on the 49ers next. They’re looking to kick off the season with a perfect 5-0 start for the first time since 2018. Patrick Mahomes is doing his thing, hitting 68.6% of his throws for 904 yards, 6 touchdowns, and 5 interceptions. Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce have been solid, combining for 446 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns, while Xavier Worthy has 9 catches to his name.
On the defensive side, Nick Bolton is leading the way with 27 tackles, Chris Jones has notched 3 sacks, and Chamarri Conner has grabbed 1 interception. The big question is—can they send the Saints marching home?
KC Chiefs Player Prop Facts
Patrick Mahomes has recorded 272+ passing yards in each of the Chiefs' last six October home games.
Travis Kelce has recorded 57+ receiving yards in 13 of the Chiefs' last 14 October games at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Patrick Mahomes has recorded 28+ rushing yards in each of the Chiefs' last four October games as home favorites.
NO Saints vs KC Chiefs
Game Prediction
THE PICK: SAINTS +7.5 -145
The Kansas City Chiefs are going to get the benefit of the doubt at home, but I'm not excited to lay decent-sized chalk with them. Every game for the Chiefs this season has been decided by 7 or fewer points, and the offense won't have Rashee Rice. The New Orleans Saints are coming off back-to-back losses, but those games were decided by a combined 5 points, and they bring the best-scoring offense in the league. This Saints offense should have success against a Chiefs defense that's 23rd against the pass. Also, the Saints are 7-2 ATS in their last 9 games as an underdog. I'll take my chances with the Saints and the points on the road on Monday night.
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