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Originally Posted by mrpackerguy  I think the Colts have a better D and that will be the difference.
Colt over Saints by a touchdown. |
I think you might just want to revisit that assessment:
Saints have the #3 allowed passer rating in the NFL (was #1 until both starting CB's were out for 4 weeks, they're back now, ask Warner and Farve about 'em
).
Saints have the best turnover ratio left playing by a WIDE margin. Just ask the Vikings how it feels to have 4 forced turnovers (5 total, but one was a bad QB/RB exchange) - that's right, go check the game film, the Saints FORCED (stripped, poked it out, or cut off a receiver) 4 turnovers last night. Against the #2 offense in the NFL.
Just because a defense gives up yardage does not make them poor. I'm not saying that this will be a blowout game for anyone, just that it will be a tough game, both teams are very good (#1 AFC versus #1 NFC). However, the Saints do have a more balanced offense (much better running game, equal passing game), and the defensive backfield is much stronger for NOLA.
Should be close, should be fun!
