New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys NFL Week 2 Betting Lines & Predictions

New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys NFL Odds

The best NFL gambling sites opened the Dallas Cowboys as early 6-point favorites over the New Orleans Saints, with the game’s total set at 45.5 by BetOnline Sportsbook. Given that the ‘Boys scored 33 points against Cleveland and the Saints scored 47 points against Carolina, that may be a little low.

Who’s that Saints QB? Derek Carr, it would appear, although not the 2023 version. Carr was a little above average in the previous season, finishing 375-of-0548 (68.4%) for 3,878 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 8 interceptions. Yes, it was the Panthers last week, but Carr still finished 19 of 23 (82.6%) for 200 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions. His rating was an astounding 142.5.

New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys NFL Odds By BetOnline

Team SP/RL TOTAL ML
Saints +6½ -112 46½ -110 +230
Cowboys -6½ -108 46½ -110 -275
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Betting New Orleans Saints

In the season opener, the Saints categorically bested the Carolina Panthers. The Saints led 17-0 at the end of the first quarter and never looked back en route to victory. With 19 of his 23 throws completed for 200 yards and three touchdowns, Derek Carr had a solid outing. Alvin Kamara gained 83 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries in the end. The defense was great, too.

According to the best NFL gambling sites, New Orleans has gone 5-1 ATS in their last six games. The total has gone UNDER in 13 of New Orleans’ past 20 games. New Orleans has gone 5-1 SU in their last six games.

The Saints have gone 10-5 ATS in their past 15 games against Dallas. New Orleans has gone 10-4 SU in their past 14 games against Dallas. The total has gone UNDER in 11 of New Orleans’ past 14 games on the road. The total has gone OVER in four of New Orleans’ last five games when playing on the road against Dallas. New Orleans has gone 4-1 ATS in their last five games against an opponent in the National Football Conference.

The Saints have gone 1-5-1 ATS in their last seven games played in September. New Orleans has gone 2-8 SU in their last 10 games played in week 2.

Betting Dallas Cowboys

After the Cowboys and Dak Prescott reached a long-term agreement on Sunday morning, Prescott went on to play well and helped the team defeat the Cleveland Browns 33-17. Nineteen out of 32 passes by Prescott hit their target for 179 yards, one TD, and no picks. In addition, CeeDee Lamb also signed a long-term contract. He gained 61 yards from five receptions. The offensive could be more consistent in one area: the run game. Elliott finished with 10 carries for 40 yards and a touchdown, making him the lead rusher.

They were a thorn in the side of Deshaun Watson and the Browns offense. They intercepted him twice, and if they can force a few turnovers in this game, they should win easily. Micah Parsons only had three tackles and one sack in the previous week. However, his presence on the field gives the other two guys more opportunities, and they are truly exceptional.

DeMarvion Overshown, a rookie from the University of Texas, was a force of nature with 11 tackles, five of which were solo, and one sack. In his Cowboys debut, Eric Kendricks recorded nine tackles, six solo, and two sacks.

Dallas has gone 2-4 ATS in their last six games. Dallas has gone 8-3 SU in their past 11 games. The total has gone UNDER in four of Dallas’ last five games against New Orleans. Dallas has gone 16-1 SU in their past 17 games at home. The total has gone OVER in four of Dallas’ last five games when playing at home against New Orleans. Dallas has gone 7-1 SU in their last eight games against an opponent in the National Football Conference.

The total has gone UNDER in five of Dallas’ last five games against an opponent in the National Football Conference South division. Dallas has gone 5-1 ATS in their last six games played in September. Dallas has gone 5-1 ATS in their last six games played in week 2.

New Orleans Saints vs. Dallas Cowboys NFL Pick

The Cowboys and Saints both had strong performances in the first game, so there’s no reason Derek Carr can’t have another strong performance here. Carr passed for three touchdowns in the first game, and this one will be significant for him as well. Even with their offense, the Cowboys should still win this game, but it will be close. It will end up being within a field goal thanks to the Saints. Here, we’re betting on the Saints against the spread.

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