- The Saints are -3 point favorites vs the Panthers
- Total (Over/Under): 40 points
- Watch the game on ESPN
The New Orleans Saints (1-0) visit Bank of America Stadium to take on the Carolina Panthers (0-1) on Sep. 18. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:15pm EDT in Charlotte.
The Saints are betting favorites in this Week 2 matchup, with the spread sitting at -3 (-110).
The Saints vs. Panthers Over/Under is 39.5 total points for the game.
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Saints vs. Panthers Odds, Spread, Over/Under
| Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline | |
| Saints | -3 -110 | 39.5 -110 | -165 |
| Panthers | +3 -110 | 39.5 -110 | +140 |
Saints vs. Panthers Prediction
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts the Saints will win this Week 2 game with 65.8% confidence.
Saints vs Panthers Spread Prediction
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Saints will cover the spread with 58.0% confidence.
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Saints and Panthers, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
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Best Saints Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite NFL player prop bets for Saints players this Week 2 game, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Alvin Kamara has hit the Longest Rush Under in 8 of his last 9 games (+6.80 Units / 60% ROI)
- Juwan Johnson has hit the Receptions Over in 8 of his last 13 games (+4.90 Units / 37% ROI)
- Alvin Kamara has hit the Longest Reception Under in 6 of his last 7 away games (+4.70 Units / 52% ROI)
- Juwan Johnson has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 9 games (+4.55 Units / 44% ROI)
- Eno Benjamin has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 4 away games (+4.10 Units / 90% ROI)
Best Panthers Player Prop Best Bets Today
And here are some top NFL player prop bets for Panthers players for this matchup, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
- Ian Thomas has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 4 games (+4.00 Units / 78% ROI)
- Terrace Marshall Jr. has hit the Receiving Yards Over in 7 of his last 10 games (+3.70 Units / 33% ROI)
- Terrace Marshall Jr. has hit the Longest Reception Over in 7 of his last 10 games (+3.55 Units / 31% ROI)
- Ian Thomas has hit the Receiving Yards Over in his last 3 games (+3.00 Units / 90% ROI)
- Tommy Tremble has hit the Longest Reception Under in his last 3 games (+3.00 Units / 80% ROI)
First Touchdown Scorer Bet for Panthers vs Saints
| Player Name | 1st TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Jamaal Williams | +700 |
| Miles Sanders | +900 |
| Chris Olave | +950 |
| Michael Thomas | +1300 |
| Adam Theilen | +1300 |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Bet for Panthers vs Saints
| Player Name | Anytime TD Odds |
|---|---|
| Jamaal Williams | +115 |
| Miles Sanders | +175 |
| Chris Olave | +190 |
| Michael Thomas | +275 |
| Adam Theilen | +275 |
Receiving Props: Total Receiving Yards for Panthers vs Saints
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Jamaal Williams | 8.5 -120 | 8.5 -110 |
| Michael Thomas | 53.5 -115 | 53.5 -115 |
| Rashid Shaheed | 36.5 -120 | 36.5 -110 |
| Chris Olave | 72.5 -115 | 72.5 -115 |
Rushing Props: Total Rushing Yards for Panthers vs Saints
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Derek Carr | 3.5 -115 | 3.5 -115 |
| Jamaal Williams | 52.5 -115 | 52.5 -115 |
| Miles Sanders | 59.5 -115 | 59.5 -120 |
Saints Best Bets:
- The New Orleans Saints have covered the 4Q Spread in 5 of their last 7 away games (+2.90 Units / 33% ROI)
- The New Orleans Saints have covered the 2H Spread in 5 of their last 7 away games (+2.85 Units / 37% ROI)
- The New Orleans Saints have hit the 4Q Game Total Under in 3 of their last 4 away games (+1.85 Units / 41% ROI)
- The New Orleans Saints have hit the 3Q Game Total Under in 4 of their last 7 away games (+1.55 Units / 19% ROI)
- The New Orleans Saints have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 2 of their last 3 away games (+1.45 Units / 48% ROI)
Panthers Best Bets:
- The Carolina Panthers have covered the 3Q Spread in 12 of their last 17 games (+6.40 Units / 30% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 4Q Game Total Over in 11 of their last 17 games (+5.30 Units / 28% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 2Q Moneyline in 5 of their last 8 games at home (+5.15 Units / 60% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 2H Game Total Over in 6 of their last 8 games at home (+4.85 Units / 54% ROI)
- The Carolina Panthers have hit the 3Q Moneyline in 4 of their last 6 games at home (+3.95 Units / 62% ROI)
Saints Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Saints went 0-1 (-1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Saints are 1-0 when betting on the Moneyline for +1 Units / 66.67% ROI
- Saints are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Saints are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / ROI
Panthers Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Against the spread this NFL season, the Panthers went 0-1 (-1.1 Units / -100% ROI).
- Panthers are 0-1 when betting on the Moneyline for -1 Units / -100% ROI
- Panthers are 0-1 when betting the Over for -1.1 Units / -100% ROI
- Panthers are 1-0 when betting the Under for +1 Units / 90.91% ROI
New Orleans Saints: Keys to the Game vs. the Carolina Panthers
The Saints were 1-6 (.143) when committing 2 or more turnovers in the 2022 season — tied for 9th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .296.
The Saints were 1-3 (.250) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns in the 2022 season — 9th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .416.
The Saints were 5-10 (.333) when converting less than 50% of third down conversion opportunities in the 2022 season — tied for 8th-worst in NFL; League Avg: .415.
The Saints were 2-2 (.500) vs top 10 offenses in the 2022 season — tied for 7th-best in NFL; League Avg: .315.
Carolina Panthers: Keys to the Game vs. the New Orleans Saints
The Panthers are winless (0-4) after a loss as favorites since the 2021 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .630.
The Panthers were winless (0-4) vs top 10 run defenses in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .438.
The Panthers are winless (0-4) vs top 10 run defenses since the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .441.
The Panthers were winless (0-9) when rushing less than 25 times in the 2022 season — tied for worst in NFL; League Avg: .315.
Additional Matchup Notes for New Orleans Saints vs. Carolina Panthers
The Panthers have thrown the ball just 47.3% of the time since the 2022 season — fifth-lowest in NFL. The Saints have allowed just 5.8 yards per dropback since the 2022 season — tied for second-best in NFL.
The Panthers have run successful plays on just 36.8% of pass attempts since the 2022 season — worst in NFL. Saints have allowed successful plays on just 40.0% of pass attempts since the 2022 season — tied for second-best in NFL.
Panthers TEs have just 27.3 receiving yards per game since the 2022 season — worst in NFL. The Saints have allowed an average ofjust 28.3 receiving yards per game to TEs since the 2022 season — best in NFL.
Saints WRs have averaged just 3.6 yards after the catch since the 2022 season — tied for fourth-worst in NFL. The Panthers have allowed just 3.7 yards after catch per reception to WRs since the 2022 season — tied for second-best in NFL.
New Orleans Saints Offense: Important Stats
The Saints have converted first downs on just 17 of 109 plays (16%) in the 4th quarter since Week 12 of the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 27%.
The Saints converted first downs on just 4 of 40 plays (10%) on plays up the middle in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 29%.
The Saints threw the ball 31% of the time (54 Pass Attempts/176 plays) on Early Downs in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — lowest in NFL; League Avg: 47%.
The Saints did not record a TD in 14 drives in the 4th quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — tied for worst Drives Per TD rate in NFL; League Avg: 5.6.
Carolina Panthers Offense: Important Stats
The Panthers have run successful plays on 31% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Panthers ran successful plays on 33% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Panthers have run successful plays on 34% of pass attempts in the 3rd quarter since the 2021 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 46%.
The Panthers have run successful plays on 37% of pass attempts since the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
New Orleans Saints Defense: Important Stats
The Saints defense allowed a passer rating of just 52.1 (104 Pass Attempts) in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 85.6.
The Saints defense allowed first downs on 58% of rush attempts on 3rd and long in the 2022 season — worst in NFL; League Avg: 25%.
The Saints defense allowed an average of 2.2 yards after contact per carry (480 carries) in the 2022 season — 2nd-worst in NFL; League Avg: 1.7.
The Saints defense allowed successful plays on 7% of pass attempts in the 1st quarter in the last 4 weeks of the regular season — best in NFL; League Avg: 45%.
Carolina Panthers Defense: Important Stats
The Panthers defense has allowed scores on 15% of opponent drives in the 1st quarter since the 2021 season — best in NFL; League Avg: 28%.
The Panthers defense allowed 11 broken tackles in Week 1 — most in NFL.
Offenses facing the Panthers targeted RBs 50% of the time (9 Pass Attempts/18 plays) in Week 1 — highest in NFL; League Avg: 19%.
The Panthers defense allowed successful plays on 17% of pass attempts from their own territory in Week 1 — best in NFL; League Avg: 42%.
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