Can Drew Brees and the Saints Keep it Rolling Against the Redskins on MNF?
Gambling911.com has your Monday Night Football betting line for the Redskins vs. Saints where New Orleans is a -6 point favorite.
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Superstar quarterback Drew Brees is only a few yards away from uncrowning Peyton Manning and becoming NFL’s all-history top passer. He will lead the New Orleans Saints (3-1) for Week 5’s MNF game versus the visiting Washington Redskins (2-1) at 8:15 pm EST; during their last encounter -back in November of last year- Washington appeared headed for a def. win with a sizeable 20-point lead, only to be defeated by Sean Payton’s team in overtime. Now, the Redskins will re-emerge from their bye week break to settle the score, and try to put a stop to Brees’ mighty aspirations.
The Redskins are coming off fresh and dandy from the top of the NFC East, after a 31-17 win over the Packers on week 3, supported by Adrian Peterson’s power plays; now, they will need to make use of every good key to end New Orleans’ quest to obtain a fourth win in a row. Washington is the proud possessor one of the stoutest defensive lines in the league, allowing only 278 yards and 14.7 points per game.
New Orleans makes for a tough home challenge, and odds makers appear to agree about this particular advantage. Expert betting market YOUWAGER.eu currently has the Saints as -6 spread favorites, besides an expectedly high 52½ over/under count. This game should provide us with plenty of excitement and loads of points.
Easy Breezy
At 39 years of age, Drew Brees is at a highpoint of his career; his 2018 season run has been nothing short of impressive, with a record that includes nearly 1300 passing yards, 8 touchdowns and zero interceptions. Alongside running back Alvin Kamara and wide receiver Michael Thomas, the Saints have achieved a smooth 3-game winning streak and appear ready to add one up to the count when they face the Redskins on Monday night, with the help of suspension-free Mark Ingram. Although New Orleans’ defense has been a little bit loose as of late (allowing an approx. 30.3 points and 391 yards), their attacking power remains unhindered, scoring an average 28 points per game.
Washington’s accomplishments aren’t too far behind: QB Alex Smith has done well by its squad, throwing for 767 yards, scoring 4 touchdowns and taking only one interception. His efforts have been complimented by seasoned running back Adrian Peterson, who, just like the phoenix bird, has risen from the ashes, rushing for 237 yards and signing his name to 3 total touchdowns.
Betting Logistics
The Saints have done a pretty good job at defending their home, winning eight of their most recent 9 duels at the Superdome, nevertheless, while maintaining a good SU record at the home front, they’ve failed to keep up the same standard on an ATS level: New Orleans is 1-4 against the spread for their last 5 home matches. Comparatively, the Redskins have consistently proven to be a good ATS pick vs. the Saints, beating them 4-0 while visitors at Cajun land.
My prediction: by the time Monday’s over, Drew Brees should be taking his rightful place at the top of the NFL, however, this doesn’t necessarily mean that New Orleans will surpass all expectations. They will be faced with one of the strongest defensive teams in the league; although I expect the Saints to carry the day without much difficulty, covering the spread might be a tougher goal altogether. I still have faith in the Saints, and will root for them to win by more than 6 points.
