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| TIME (EST) | FAVORITE | TOTAL | PICKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00pm | NO -2.5 (-115) | 41 (-110) | CAR +2.5 (-106) U 41 (-110) |
Game Analysis & Picks
The NFC South kicks off in Charlotte at 1pm where the Saints travel to face off with the Panthers. The Saints are coming off of a 20-10 loss in a heated game against the Bucs and looking to steal a win on the road within the division. As injuries ripple through the Saints locker room with the likes of Jameis Winston (back, ankle), Alvin Kamara (ribs), and Taysom Hill (ribs) will definitely affect New Orleans game plan against the Panthers. Carolina’s defense has played a big part in how they have kept these games close with the 3rd ranked passing defense holding teams to 150 yds/g.
With Kamara coming off an ankle injury and Hill having issues with his ribs, I’m sure their roles will be limited to avoid any serious injury towards the rest of the season. Winston has met with the Panthers 10 times in his career coming away with a 4-6 record with more interceptions than TD in those 10 games. Granted he’s got some new eyes to work with and a higher skill-set of receivers, with a bad back and his tendency to be indecisive it will give time for the Panthers to crowd the pocket and force mistakes.
Both teams are desperate for a win this week to try to get their season on the right track after a slow start. The Panthers being home dogs and coming off of those 2 close losses I love the Panthers to cover the +2.5 points, if not take a win in front of the home crowd. The Saints and the Panthers have trouble with turning the ball over so I’m riding with under 41 points in this one too.
Bonus Props
– Christian McCaffrey longest rush Over 13.5 (-125)
– Jameis Winston Over 0.5 interceptions (-175) *throw this in a prop parlay or move the line to 1.5 if available
– Robby Anderson ATD +225
