Free NFL Pre-Season Pick: Saints vs. Cardinals Odds
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NFL Handicapping Analysis: Week 1
(0-0) New Orleans Saints vs. Arizona Cardinals (0-0)
Date: Saturday, August 10th
Time: 8:00 ET
Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale AZ
NFL ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) New Orleans +1 | Arizona -1
NFL Moneyline Odds: New Orleans +101 | Arizona -122
NFL Betting Total: O/U 36.5
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Get ready for an electrifying Week 1 showdown between the New Orleans Saints and the Arizona Cardinals! Both teams are kicking off the preseason with a clean slate, but the Saints hold a commanding 5-1 lead in their preseason series against the Cardinals.
With the game set for Saturday, August 10th, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, the excitement is palpable. The betting lines are razor-thin, with New Orleans as a +1 underdog and Arizona at -1. For those eyeing the moneyline, the Saints are at +101 while the Cardinals sit at -122, and the over/under is set at 36.5.
The Saints and Cardinals did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Saints have a record of 2-1. The Saints also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1.
These games averaged a combined total of 67 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1.
New Orleans Saints
The Saints went 1-0 on the road and 1-1 at home last pre-season, finishing with a 2-1 record. They started with a 26-24 win over the Chiefs in week one of the pre-season and followed that up with a 22-17 win over the Chargers. New Orleans’ only pre-season loss last year was in week three, falling to the Texans by a score of 17-13.
New Orleans Saints Stats
Despite finishing 28th in rushing yards, the Saints’ rushing attack struggled last pre-season, averaging just 82.3 yards per game. However, they were one of the more pass-heavy offenses, leading the NFL with 43.3 passing attempts per game, and finishing 3rd in passing yards with 258 per game.
For the pre-season, the Saints averaged 20.3 points per game, ranking 12th in the league, and 340.3 yards per game, which was 14th. Their 20.3 points per game was 12th in the NFL.
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Against the pass, the Saints’ defense was 9th in the league last pre-season, giving up 185.3 yards per game. Overall, they allowed 296.7 yards per game, which was 14th in the NFL.
One of the key stats to note is that they allowed 111.3 rushing yards per game, finishing 15th in the league. In terms of points allowed, the Saints gave up 19.3 points per game, ranking 11th in the pre-season.
Arizona Cardinals
Arizona’s only pre-season loss last year came in week two vs the Chiefs, where they were blown out 38-10. They finished the pre-season with a 2-1 record, picking up an 18-17 win over the Broncos in week one and closing with an 18-17 win over the Vikings.
The Cardinals went 1-0 on the road and 1-1 at home, and they were 1-0 as the favorite and 1-1 as the underdog.
Arizona Cardinals Stats
Arizona’s offense was really looking to establish the run last pre-season, as they were 9th in rushing attempts per game. However, they finished with just 114 rushing yards per game, placing them 11th in the pre-season.
Looking at their passing game, the Cardinals were 6th in the NFL in passing attempts, averaging 37 per game. Despite this, they were only 23rd in passing yards, finishing with 183.3 yards per game. Overall, they were 19th in points per game (15.3) and 22nd in yards per play.
Arizona’s defense allowed 112.7 rushing yards per game last pre-season, finishing 16th in the league. They gave up 24 points per game, which was 20th, and 355 yards per game, ranking 21st. In terms of passing yards allowed, they were 29th, giving up 242.3 yards per game.
New Orleans Saints vs. Arizona Cardinals NFL Football Betting Trends
- The Saints are 3-2 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Cardinals are 1-4 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Saints are 4-5-1 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Cardinals have gone 4-6 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Saints’ last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Cardinals’ have an over/under record of 2-1 in their last 3 games at home.
Saints vs. Cardinals Line Movement
| Open-ML | Live-ML | Open-Spread | Live-Spread | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saints | +100 | +100 | +1 | +1 |
| Cardinals | -120 | -122 | -1 | -1 |
4* Free Week 1 NFL Betting Prediction: Arizona -1
But the real intrigue? Head coach Dennis Allen hasn’t revealed who will take the field for New Orleans, keeping bettors on their toes. And while the Cardinals’ Kyler Murray won’t be making an appearance this preseason, it only adds to the anticipation.
The last time these two teams met, it was a high-scoring thriller with the Cardinals edging out the Saints 42-34. This Week 1 clash promises to be just as intense, and with the odds this close, every play could be a game-changer!
Our pick vs. the spread for this week one pre-season matchup between the Saints and Cardinals is to take the Cardinals to cover as home favorites. The point spread lines have the Cardinals at -1, and we have them not only covering but winning by a score of 24-17.
For the over/under line, we are leaning towards taking the over, with a projected combined score of 41 points, surpassing the O/U line of 36.5.
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New Orleans Saints vs. Arizona Cardinals NFL Betting Tweet Of The Day
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— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) August 9, 2024
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