The New Orleans Saints and Las Vegas Raiders are only playing for pride at this point. Both teams were eliminated from the playoffs, and it will be interesting to see which team comes out with more energy and motivation.
New Orleans is likely still licking its wounds after receiving a 34-0 drubbing from the Green Bay Packers last Monday. The offense couldn’t even muster 200 total yards, and quarterback Spencer Rattler had a disastrous night. He completed only half of his pass attempts for 153 yards and one interception. He was also sacked three times. If the Saints can get starter and ex-Raider Derek Carr back in time for kickoff, it would be a huge boost for the entire team.
At least the Raiders are coming off a win against the Jacksonville Jaguars, even if it hurt them in the race for the No. 1 overall pick. Las Vegas came from behind in the fourth quarter for a 19-14 victory in what was an ugly defensive brawl. The Raiders’ biggest bright spot was rookie tight end Brock Bowers, who had 11 catches for 99 yards. He’s been outstanding all season and Bowers now has 101 receptions, 1,067 receiving yards and four touchdowns. He will remain the focal point of the offense this weekend.
Where to watch Saints vs. Raiders
- When: Sunday, December 29 at 1 p.m. ET
- Or: Caesars Superdome – New Orleans
- TV: FOX
- Online broadcast: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
- Follow: CBS Sports app
Saints vs. Raiders Breakdown, Odds
The Raiders are a razor-thin one-point favorite against the Saints, according to SportsLine consensus. The plus/minus stands at 37.5 points.
Recent history of the Saints against the Raiders
Las Vegas is 2-1 against New Orleans in its only three games in the last decade. And, fun fact, these two teams are tied at 7-7-1 in the history of the series.
- October 30, 2022 – Saints 24, Raiders 0
- September 21, 2020 – Raiders 34, Saints 24
- September 11, 2016 – Raiders 35 Saints 34
