Denver Broncos (3-3) vs. New Orleans Saints (2-4)
Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints October 17 2024 – Denver Broncos and the New Orleans Saints are going to take place between two teams that have started the season in completely different ways. Looking at the third-week midseason game can be significant for both teams as they try to change the way they perform and manage to make it to the postseason. With three wins and three losses, the Broncos shall take on the Saints, who have only managed to win two games and lost four in the season so far. There is a lot of interest in this game from both fans and bettors, and as NFL previews are heating up, let us define what exactly makes this game so appealing and what betting angles one could find there.
Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints October 17 2024 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 8:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Caesars Superdome, New Orleans |
| TV: | Prime Video |
| Stream: | NFL Game Pass |
Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Broncos | -105 | +1 (-110) | Over 37.5 (-105) |
| Saints | -115 | -1 (-110) | Under 37.5 (-115) |
The betting odds present a narrow line, suggesting a closely contested battle under the dome. The Broncos are slight underdogs despite their balanced record, possibly due to their less convincing road game performance. The total set at 37.5 points indicates expectations of a tight, possibly defensive-oriented game, reflecting both teams’ recent struggles to consistently light up the scoreboard.
Bo Nix QB vs. Derek Carr QB
Bo Nix, the starting quarterback for the Broncos, is enduring a tough beginning, particularly with his completion rate that stands at 61.8 percent with 866 passing yards and a passer rating of 71.4 in five games. This has been due to 7 sacks and 4 interceptions, where it is apparent that there is a need to work on pocket presence and decision-making. For Denver to set any offensive vehicles in motion, Nix will have to be able to read, manage and avoid the defensive offensive setups by the Saints.
Derek Carr of the Saints, too, has fared better with 989 yards passing, a passing percentage of 70.3 and an astonishing 100.7 passer rating. The passing game could be a huge leverage against the Broncos, considering they have let up in the secondary, especially on the road, and with Carr’s arm and his (70) yard longest throw available in the game, has the experience and ability to throw deep.
Quarterbacks in-depth analysis: Clash of Styles
When Nix and Carr step onto the field, it’s a study in contrasts. Nix, still finding his feet in the NFL, tends to play with caution but needs to shake off the hesitance that has led to turnovers. His agility could trouble a Saints defense that has shown cracks against mobile quarterbacks. Conversely, Carr’s seasoned approach and sharpshooting ability will test a Broncos defense that, despite their overall solid play, has been prone to giving up big plays. This quarterback duel might well come down to which one can better exploit the other’s defensive weaknesses.
Ground and Air Assault: Broncos’ Tactical Analysis
Denver’s running game, led by Javonte Williams, has been underwhelming with an average of only 3.6 yards per carry. The Broncos must find a way to get Williams going to avoid becoming one-dimensional. In the air, Courtland Sutton is the primary weapon. His 224 receiving yards on 41 targets show he’s capable of big plays, but consistency is needed to keep the chains moving.
Ground and Air Assault: Saints’ Strategic Play
For New Orleans, Alvin Kamara has been a bright spot, rushing for 388 yards and scoring 5 touchdowns, providing a reliable option on the ground. His dual-threat ability will be key in keeping the Broncos’ defense guessing. Rashid Shaheed has emerged as a dangerous receiver for the Saints, averaging 17.8 yards per catch, which highlights his big-play potential that Denver must contain.
Denver Broncos Betting Trends
Denver’s recent betting trends show a team that can cover spreads (4-2 ATS in their last 6 games) and has a knack for upsets, especially against New Orleans. Their success on the road against the Saints (4-1 SU in last 5 meetings) offers hope to bettors leaning towards an underdog victory.
New Orleans Saints Betting Trends
The Saints have struggled both SU and ATS, particularly at home (4-9 ATS in their last 13 home games). Their tendency to go UNDER in games against AFC teams (8 of last 10 games) suggests a low-scoring affair might be in store, aligning with the current total line.
Denver Broncos vs. New Orleans Saints Betting Previews
The game presents quite a difficult decision for the bettors since both teams have been showing some weaknesses. Nonetheless, the recent results of the head-to-head matches between the Broncos and the Saints, together with the fact that this will be the Saints’ second home game, would seem to favor the visiting team marginally. If covered by the decks, Denver’s winning this one may appear most prudent, more so given the trend of the game.
The top betting websites, Such as who will score first in the game prop where Kamara does offer some great value for prop bets for passing yards of the quarterbacks or who will score a running touchdown first prop etc. Against the same backdrop, it might be interesting to play the total the other way round i.e. UNDER, as well as given the expectation of how this match will unfold.
Score Prediction: Denver Broncos 20, New Orleans Saints 17.
