The Green Bay Packers continue their playoff push after an impressive win last week in Seattle. They’ll host a Saints team ravaged by injuries. Can Jordan Love and company keep the rolling, or can we see an upset on Monday Night Football?
Saints vs Packers Predictions: Packers -13.5
The Packers are motivated to keep on winning and playing on the frozen tundra is never easy for the opposition, especially a team used to playing in a dome. Throw in the fact game-time temperatures are expected to feel like 3 degrees, good luck to the Saints, who are expected to be without key offensive weapons, QB Derek Carr (concussion) and RB Alvin Kamara (groin). That means backups Spencer Rattler or Jake Haener to take on the Packers defense, which is ranked No. 7 in EPA allowed per play and fourth in total takeaways. It took the Saints nearly 40 minutes to score last week against the Commanders and finding points on Monday night may be even tough.
Bonus Prediction: Under 42.5
As mentioned, scoring points could be a problem for New Orleans. With a backup quarterback and no Kamara, the offense will really struggle against a hungry Packers defense. Throw in the fact Green Bay’s offense has been a run-heavy attack of late, running for 140 yards vs the Seahawks, the Packers could get up big and then grind out the clock in the second half with the run. And weather will be an issue, so points could come at a premium.
Player Prop Plays
Josh Jacobs: OVER Rushing Carries, Yards & Anytime TD
If there are best bets for a player prop, it’s all with Josh Jacobs. Over the last 5 weeks Jacobs is averaging 21.4 carries, 77 yards, and almost two touchdowns. And in a game where the script could be all about the ground game, Jacobs will be the centerpiece of the Packers offense. And don’t be surprised if he finds the end zone multiple times on Monday night.
Game Betting Odds
Saints +14 (-105)
Packers -14 (-115)
Total: 42.5
Moneyline: New Orleans +675, Green Bay -1050
Recent Betting Trends
The Packers are 8-6 against the spread this season.
The Saints are 6-8 against the spread this season.
The Saints are 0-4 straight up without Derek Carr this season.
The Packers are 3-2 ATS as home favorites in 2024.
The Saints are 2-2 ATS as road dogs in 2024.
The UNDER is 7-6-1 in the Packers’ games this season.
