Panthers vs Saints Predictions & Game Schedule: Week 1 Matchup

Panthers Vs Saints Odds: Who Is Favored To Win?

The Panthers are entering the game as 4.5-point underdogs, this simply means that the Saints are favored to win by more than 4.5 points. DraftKings Sportsbook has the moneyline for the Panthers is +170, suggesting a less than 40% chance of winning outright. The over/under is set at 40.5 points, reflecting expectations for a moderately low-scoring game.

Panthers vs Saints Spread: What It Means

The 4.5-point spread in this matchup shows us that bookmakers expect the Saints to win by at least 4.5 points. This spread suggests a moderate level of confidence in the Saints' ability to outperform the Panthers with just more than a field goal. Bettors who choose to wager on the Panthers with the spread would win their bet if the Panthers lose by 4 points or fewer or win the game outright. Conversely, those betting on the Saints would need the team to win by 5 points or more to cover the spread.

Panthers vs Saints Moneyline: What To Know

The moneyline for the Carolina Panthers is set at +170, indicating that they are considered underdogs in their Week 1 game against the New Orleans Saints. A +170 moneyline means that a successful $100 bet on the Panthers would yield a $170 profit, reflecting their lower probability of winning outright. On the other side, the Saints would have a negative moneyline, suggesting a higher likelihood of victory and requiring a larger wager to earn a significant return. This disparity in moneylines highlights the Saints as the favored team, with the Panthers facing a tougher challenge to secure a win. At this moneyline the panthers have a 37% of winning the game.

Panthers Chances To Win vs Saints

The Panthers are 5-point underdogs to the Saints in Week 1 of the 2024 NFL season. They are +180 on the moneyline, giving them an implied win probability of 35.7%. However, this is a Week 1 divisional game and that means anything can happen. Let's take a look at how both sides can win this matchup

How The Panthers Win vs Saints

The key for the Panthers to beat the Saints is for the offense to remain efficient. Carolina doesn't need Bryce Young to be a superstar, but they just need him to be efficient on offense. On defense, they have to make the Saints one-dimensional and take away the threat of the run game. If they can do that, they should have a chance to beat the Saints in 2024.

• 📈 Strength: Strong Interior Offensive Line, Power On Defensive Line
• 📉 Weakness: Vertical Passing Offense, Lack of Proven Pass Rush

How The Saints Win vs Panthers

The Saints are the more talented team on both sides of the ball and are at home in Week 1. Ball security will be a huge thing to watch here because the turnover margin will likely tell the story of this game. But as long as the Saints can stay efficient on offense and lean on their strong defense, they should be able to start the season off with a record of 1-0.

• 📈 Strength: Multiple Weapons In Passing Game, Strong Front 7
• 📉 Weakness: Inexperienced Offensive Line, Older Secondary

History of Panthers Saints Games

The Panthers and Saints have played 58 times in the regular season and once in the postseason. The Saints lead the series 31-28 after winning both contests in 2023. In fact, the Saints have now won 11 of the last 15 matchups and are favored to win both games in 2024.

All-Time Best Panthers Saints Games

The Saints and Panthers have had some incredible matchups over the last few decades. Here are some of the most memorable contests:

Game 1: 1-7-2018 (2017 NFC Wild Card Round)

The Saints and Panthers met in the 2017 NFL Playoffs for the first time in NFL history. The Saints jumped out to a 21-9 lead going into halftime and a few late scores by the Panthers allowed them to sneak back into the game. However, the Saints would win 31-26 and would advance to Round 2 of the NFL playoffs.

Game 2: 10-16-2016 (Week 6)

This was one of the highest-scoring games in the rivalry, with 79 total points scored. This was a fantastic matchup between Cam Newton and Drew Brees in their primes with the Saints getting the 41-38 win. Drew Brees threw for 465 yards and four touchdowns, which was one of his best performances in the NFL.

Game: 10-26-2003 (Week 8)

The Panthers and Saints have not played many overtime games, but this was one to remember in 2003. The Saints scored 17 points in the second quarter to jump out to a 17-10 lead at halftime. But both teams only managed to score field goals in the second half and it was a 31-yard FG by John Casey of the Panthers that ultimately ended this game. The Panthers would get the win and advance to 6-1 on the season and would eventually make it to the Super Bowl, losing to the Patriots.

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