Indianapolis Colts Jim Irsay has a reputation for stirring the pot when it comes to NFL matters, and he was no different after the Colts coughed up a 39-38 loss to a Cleveland Browns team guided by a practice-squad quarterback. The Browns benefited from two poor calls, including defensive pass interference to put the ball on the Indianapolis 1, leading to the Browns’ last touchdown near the end of regulation. The Colts had a private conversation with NFL officials in which the league apparently admitted that both calls were wrong, and Irsay took the unusual step of posting that information on X – and asking for instant replay for all calls in the last two minutes of any game. The NFL did not bring discipline to Irsay for his comments, suggesting that Irsay was right. Next up for the Colts is a visit from the New Orleans Saints, a team figuring out its own identity as well. Check out our NFL betting preview between Saints vs Colts.
NFL New Orleans Saints at Indianapolis Colts Betting Odds
When: Sunday, October 29, 2023, 1:00 pm ET
Where: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis
TV: FOX
Radio: WWL 870 AM New Orleans / WFNI 1070 AM Indianapolis
Live Stream: Hulu
NFL Odds: Indianapolis +5.5 / O/U 40
Why should you bet on the Saints?
Few teams have been as inconsistent as the New Orleans Saints have this year. They started out with some tough wins over Tennessee and Carolina, but then they let a 17-0 halftime lead against Green Bay turn into an 18-17 loss and got blown out by Tampa Bay, 26-9. They demolished the Patriots, 34-0, the next week, only to lose to Houston by seven. They got down big early against Jacksonville last week before mounting a furious comeback, only to lose, 31-24. Derek Carr threw for 301 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Alvin Kamara led the team in rushing but only managed 62 yards. He also caught a dozen passes for 91 yards, though.
On the road, the Saints have gotten off to solid offensive starts, scoring the first touchdown in four of their last five games outside the superdome. Interestingly, the underdog has covered in 11 of the Saints’ last 12 games. Here, they find themselves as favorites of almost a touchdown against a team that will use a backup quarterback. Can their defense do the job?
Bet on the Saints to Win Today
| Saints vs Colts Odds | SPREAD | MONEYLINE | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Colts | +1 /-110 | -105 | U 43.5 |
| New Orleans Saints | -1 /-110 | -115 | O 43.5 |
Why should you put your money on the Colts?
The Colts started their season 2-1, beating Houston and Baltimore on the road after losing to Jacksonville, but since they have dropped three of four, losing to the Rams, the Jaguars (again) and Cleveland, with the only win coming against Tennessee. The offense has struggled, in large part because rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson has gone down for the season and starting tailback Jonathan Taylor has had to overcome drama with the front office as well as a lingering injury, getting a late start to the season.
Gardner Minshew has come on well in place of Richardson; against Cleveland last week, he threw for 305 yards and accounted for four touchdowns, two through the air and two with his legs, while also throwing an interception. Jonathan Taylor ran the ball 18 times for 75 yards and a score. The defense had a hard time slowing down a Cleveland offense run by P.J. Walker, who was signed off his couch to come in after Deshaun Watson’s shoulder continued to bother him.
Bet on the Colts to Win Today
Saints vs Colts Final Score and Prediction
The Colts were plagued by turnovers last week against Cleveland, giving the ball away four times, including three fumbles. The defense only permitted 4.4 yards per play, and 316 total yards for the day, but giving the Browns that many short fields just didn’t work out. The Saints were just 3 of 18 on third downs last week and have failed to score 21 or more points in five of their fist seven games. I’m going with the Colts at home, at least to cover. I predict a final score of New Orleans 24, Indianapolis 20.
2023-24 NFL Conference Championship Odds
Odds to Win 2024 AFC Championship
| AFC Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Kansas City Chiefs | +208 |
| Miami Dolphins | +490 |
| Baltimore Ravens | +630 |
| Buffalo Bills | +640 |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | +1125 |
| Cleveland Browns | +1350 |
| Cincinnati Bengals | +1450 |
| Los Angeles Chargers | +2000 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | +3000 |
| New York Jets | +4300 |
| Houston Texans | +5400 |
| Tennessee Titans | +6400 |
| Indianapolis Colts | +9000 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | +10000 |
| New England Patriots | +15000 |
| Denver Broncos | +20000 |
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Odds to Win 2024 NFC Championship
| NFC Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | +210 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | +242 |
| Dallas Cowboys | +520 |
| Detroit Lions | +660 |
| Seattle Seahawks | +1725 |
| Minnesota Vikings | +3200 |
| New Orleans Saints | +3200 |
| Atlanta Falcons | +3300 |
| Los Angeles Rams | +4800 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | +4800 |
| Green Bay Packers | +5400 |
| Washington Commanders | +9000 |
| New York Giants | +15000 |
| Chicago Bears | +20000 |
| Carolina Panthers | +46000 |
| Arizona Cardinals | +50000 |
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