2010 Vikings vs Saints Point Spread and Over/Under
Game:
Minnesota Vikings (13-4) vs New Orleans Saints (14-3)
Vikings vs Saints Bodog.com Betting Odds and Money Line:
Minnesota Vikings +160
New Orleans Saints -180
Point Spread:
Minnesota Vikings +4
New Orleans Saints -4
Over/Under:
53
Odds subject to change. Please visit Bodog.com for current odds.
Jasper’s Prediction:
Vikings Win, Beat Point Spread and I take the Over
Location:
Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
Date:
Sunday January 24, 2010 at TBD Eastern Time
Vikings – Quick Stats:
Minnesota’s Offense NFL Rank
2nd Total points per game 29.4
5th Total yards per game 379.6
8th Passing yards per game 259.8
13th Rushing yards per game 119.9
Vikings Defense NFL Rank
10th Total points allowed per game 19.5
6th Total yards allowed per game 305.5
19th Passing yards allowed per game 218.4
2nd Rushing yards allowed per game 87.1
Saints – Quick Stats:
New Orleans’ Offense NFL Rank
1st Total points per game 31.9
1st Total yards per game 403.8
4th Passing yards per game 272.2
6th Rushing yards per game 131.6
Saints Defense NFL Rank
20th Total points allowed per game 21.3
25th Total yards allowed per game 357.8
26th Passing yards allowed per game 235.6
21st Rushing yards allowed per game 122.2
NFC Championship Pre-Game:
The Vikings will be battling the Saints in this great NFC Championship Game! Both these teams were the 2 best from the NFC, so it’s only fitting to see them collide and find out who will be playing in the Super Bowl. Although New Orleans lost their last 3 games of the regular season, and almost lost home field advantage throughout the playoffs, they will be playing with their fans in the stadium for this championship game. And, I am excited for the city of New Orleans!
Minnesota Vikings:
The Vikings played an outstanding game against the Cowboys last week, crushing them 34-3 in Minnesota. To me it was no surprise. I have always said Tony Romo is an over-rated quarterback, and my pre-season prediction was having Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings playing in Miami in the Super Bowl. Brett Favre threw for a personal playoff best, 4 touchdowns and 0 interceptions. For those who read my Vikings vs Dallas playoff prediction last week, I mentioned how Brett Favre always plays his best in the most high profile and pressure games. He proved me right once again!
New Orleans Saints:
Well, the Saints played outstanding football last week against the Cardinals, blowing them away 45-14 in New Orleans. I am happy for the Saints football team and the city of New Orleans, much earned and much deserved! Drew Brees had another great game and Reggie Bush finally stepped up to the table big when the Saints needed him. I was a little surprised not to see the Cardinals play a more closely battled game, especially since the Saints had lost their last 3 games which took a good share of helium out of their balloon. However, the Saints aren’t #1 in total points per game in the NFL for no reason.
Minnesota Vikings vs New Orleans Saints Prediction:
In my opinion, NFL fans could not have asked for a better NFC Championship Game with the Minnesota Vikings playing the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans. Although the Saints are favored at all the top US betting sites I have seen, I personally like the Vikings in this game. The reason I say that is for 2 main reasons, Brett Favre and the Minnesota defense. If you look at the statistics above, you will notice the Saints have a slight edge on the Vikings in offense, but Minnesota’s defense has a larger lead gap than New Orleans. Brett Favre will have another phenomenal game, but I think the biggest difference will be the powerful defense of the Vikings that they showed against the Cowboys. Therefore, I predict the Vikings to win this game and beat the point spread in a high scoring game.
Jasper’s Prediction:
Vikings Win, Beat Point Spread and I take the Over
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