New Orleans Saints NFL Betting Odds

Last Season

The New Orleans Saints was a team with a split personality last season. On one hand they boasted the best offense in the NFL, with superstar quarterback, Drew Brees, racking up over 5,000 yards during the season. And overall the Saints' offense was the only one in the league to average over 400 yards of total offense and over 300 yards of passing offense. On the other hand the Saints had one of the worst defenses in the NFL, which allowed 340 yards and over 24 points per game. Despite this, however, New Orleans ended the season on 8-8.

Off Season

During the off-season the New Orleans Saints mainly concentrated on improving their lack-luster defense by adding some new blood to the team via the 2009 NFL Draft. The first player the Saints selected was ex-Ohio State cornerback, Malcolm Jenkins, a player known for making big plays and helping the rush defense. The next player the Saints snagged is hefty ex-Wake Forest safety, Chip Vaughn, another big hitter. The Saints also re-signed many of their star players from last season including wide receiver, Lance Moore, offensive guard, Jahri Evans, and formidable linebacker, Jonathan Vilma, who dazzled in 2008 by making over 130 tackles.

2009 Preview

Although the New Orleans Saints struggled with their defense last season, anybody who watched all of their games will agree that at least four of their losses could have turned into victories if the ball had bounced their way. Hopefully with their defensive woes behind them and their excellent offense still intact, the Saints will start the new season with a vengeance, and ensure that most balls bounce their way. There is little doubt that New Orleans will be the team to beat in the NFC and if they play consistently and cohesively they should make the playoffs and beyond. The big question, however, is what the team's defense will bring to the party this season.

2009 Prediction

The New Orleans Saints should see a soft start to the season, going up against the likes of the Detroit Lions in week 1, the Buffalo Bills in week 3 and the New York Jets in week 4. In week 2, however, the Saints will have to keep their wits about them when they take on the Philadelphia Eagles. Saints fans will no doubt be disappointed if at the end of these games the team hasn't started 4-0 or at worst 3-1. This is definitely one of the teams to watch this season.

**Our Pick This is a team that flatters to deceive, much like their failed "star player" Reggie who is all flash but basically a glorified punt returner and 3rd down back. They miss the playoffs again, despite fantastic bursts of offense.

 

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