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New Orleans Saints vs. New York Giants: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 8, 2024

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Dec 8, 2024 2:44 PM
The struggling New York Giants,-winless at home this season, will attempt to break their 7-game losing skid when they face the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, December 8. The Giants, sitting at 2-10 overall, will need to overcome their dismal 0-6 home record to take down the Saints, who are 4-8 on the year and 1-4 on the road. The matchup promises to be a crucial contest for both teams as they look to salvage their seasons.
New Orleans Saints vs New York Giants

Current Odds

NO
NYG
Over
23.5
-105
Under
23.5
+100
NO
-11.0
+105
NYG
+10.5
+125
NO
ML
-2100
NYG
ML
+1700

Saints vs Giants statistics

Stat Saints Giants
Points Per Game 23.0 15.3
Total Yards 356.3 319.8
Yards Passing 224.6 203.8
Yards Rushing 131.8 115.9
Points Allowed Per Game 23.4 23.3
Yards Allowed 399.6 359.1
Pass Yards Allowed 263.6 213.3
Rush Yards Allowed 136.0 145.8

New York Giants recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
11/28/24 @ Dallas Cowboys L 27-20
11/24/24 vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers L 30-7
11/10/24 vs Carolina Panthers L 20-17 OT
11/3/24 vs Washington Commanders L 27-22
10/28/24 @ Pittsburgh Steelers L 26-18

New Orleans Saints recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/1/24 vs Los Angeles Rams L 21-14
11/17/24 vs Cleveland Browns W 35-14
11/10/24 vs Atlanta Falcons W 20-17
11/3/24 @ Carolina Panthers L 23-22
10/27/24 @ Los Angeles Chargers L 26-8

New York Giants injuries

  • Jermaine Eluemunor (G): Doubtful
  • Malik Nabers (WR): Questionable
  • D.J. Davidson (DT): Injured Reserve
  • Cor'Dale Flott (CB): Questionable
  • Jordon Riley (DT): Questionable

New Orleans Saints injuries

  • Nick Saldiveri (OT): Injured Reserve
  • Tanoh Kpassagnon (DE): Out
  • Kendre Miller (RB): Questionable
  • Taysom Hill (TE): Injured Reserve
  • Bub Means (WR): Injured Reserve

Saints vs Giants game info

Type Info
Venue MetLife Stadium
Location East Rutherford, NJ
Kickoff Sun 1:00 PM
TV FOX
Temperature 52°
Chance of Rain 0%

Saints vs Giants predictions

This Sunday at MetLife Stadium, eyes will be on key players from the New Orleans Saints as they aim to make a statement against the struggling New York Giants. Saints fans are eager to see Alvin Kamara, who's been nothing short of spectacular this season, and is projected to get plenty of touches both on the ground and in the receiving game. Besides Kamara's anticipated all-around performance, Derek Carr is expected to maintain a solid passing game with around 215 yards and possibly a touchdown or two. The Saints' receiving corps, particularly Marquez Valdes-Scantling, could also see significant action, possibly contributing crucial yardage and a touchdown which might turn the tides in their favor.

On the flip side, the New York Giants have their own set of playmakers hoping to snap their losing skid. Drew Lock, who has been under center for the Giants, is projected to throw for over 220 yards and could find the end zone with a pass. The Giants will also need a boost from their running game, where Tyrone Tracy could potentially break out this game, aiming for upwards of 50 rushing yards and potentially finding his way into the end zone. Malik Nabers on the receiving end is anticipated to make an impact, possibly racking up significant yardage as Lock’s potential go-to target in critical moments.

Taking both teams' offensive and defensive capabilities into account, this matchup presents a rough road for the Giants, who have been on a tough streak this season. The Saints, although not stellar this year, display a slightly more solid and coordinated team effort on both sides of the ball. Considering the Giants' struggles, especially at home, New Orleans Saints are likely to edge out a victory in what might turn out to be a closely contested game. But hey, it’s the NFL, and as any given Sunday has shown us, anything can happen on the field!

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