The Saints will host the Buccaneers in Sunday's season opener.

Analysis: The Saints D/ST would be an easy start against QB Jameis Winston and the turnover-happy Bucs last year, but Winston is now with the Saints as a backup, while the Bucs have retooled their offense around Tom Brady. Even with WR Mike Evans (hamstring) questionable to play, Tampa Bay has plenty of weapons with WR Chris Godwin, TEs Rob Gronkowski, O.J. Howard and Cameron Brate, and RBs Ronald Jones, LeSean McCoy and Leondard Fournette. New Orleans has plenty of defensive talent and can match up with…read more

The Saints finished 2019 ranked 11th in total defense (333.1 YPG), 13th in scoring (21.3 PPG), third in sacks (51) and tied-10th in takeaways (23).

Analysis: Cameron Jordan has three straight years of at least 12 sacks and will continue to lead a potent pass rush, and the signing of S Malcolm Jenkins bolsters an already strong secondary with Marshon Lattimore and Janoris Jenkins at CB. The Saints are poised to be a reliable fantasy defense again in 2020.

New Orleans gave up 28 points and 397 yards during the Week 16 win over Tennessee and plays Carolina on Sunday.

Analysis: The Saints appeared to be in major trouble early after giving up a pair of long touchdowns during the first quarter, but they played much better the rest of the day with five sacks and one takeaway. The Panthers have lost seven straight contests and put up only six points against the Colts last week. RB Christian McCaffrey remains the key to the offense with 1,361 rushing yards and 933 receiving yards. Carolina ranks tied for last in the league in sacks allowed (56) and 31st in giveaways (32),…read more

The Saints held the Colts to 205 yards and seven points in Week 15 and play the Titans on Sunday.

Analysis: New Orleans allowed only 2.9 yards per play and only the one score, but their fantasy production was somewhat limited with only one sack and zero takeaways. Ryan Tannehill has been one of the most productive QBs in the league since taking over the starting role, while RB Derrick Henry has 688 rushing yards in the last five games. The New Orleans D/ST has been good enough most of the season to remain a decent option for Week 16, but Tennessee has been significantly improved offensively in the…read more

The Saints gave up 516 yards during the Week 14, 48-46 loss to the 49ers and play the Colts on Monday Night Football.

Analysis: New Orleans had three sacks and one takeaways, but neither defense had much success Sunday. Week 15 presents a much better matchup versus Indianapolis, which mostly features a middle of the pack offense. RB Marlon Mack should be the focal point, which bodes well for the Saints since they have the fifth-ranked rush defense (94.2 YPG). The New Orleans D/ST is a quality option for a rebound performance in Week 15.

New Orleans racked up nine sacks in the Week 13 win over the Falcons and will host the 49ers on Sunday.

Analysis: The Saints were absolutely relentless in their pursuit of QB Matt Ryan, totaling 53 lost yards on the nine sacks. The Falcons ran an absurd 85 plays and had the ball over 35 minutes, but the sacks plus three takeaways provided plenty of production for the Saints. San Fran features a run-heavy offense, but that's been New Orleans' calling card this season, as it allows only 88.6 YPG on the ground. The 49ers are second in the league in scoring (29.1 PPG) and are sixth in yardage (378.0 YPG), but…read more

The Saints allowed 351 yards during Sunday's 34-31 win over the Panthers and will play the Falcons on Thursday.

Analysis: New Orleans escaped with the victory, though it was fortunate to do so with Carolina kicker Joey Slye missing two PATs and a late chip-shot FG. Regardless, the Saints recorded four sacks and recovered one fumble, but they were unable to intercept QB Kyle Allen, who struggled in recent weeks. WR Julio Jones is dealing with a shoulder injury and didn't practice Monday, which could factor significantly in Thursday's contest. The Saints D/ST has been good enough this season to be a solid option…read more

The Saints allowed 334 yards and 17 points to the Buccaneers in Week 11 and will play the Panthers on Sunday.

Analysis: The absence of top-CB Marshon Lattimore ended up mattering little, as QB Jameis Winston stayed true to form and tossed four interceptions, including a fourth-quarter pick that Marcus Williams returned for a touchdown. QB Kyle Allen is also coming off a four-INT performance for Carolina, and he's thrown a pick in four straight games (nine INTs overall). The Saints D/ST is an attractive option for Week 12 given the Panthers' recent offensive struggles.

CB Marshon Lattimore suffered a hamstring strain in Sunday's 26-9 loss to the Falcons and is considered week-to-week. The Saints play the Buccaneers in Week 11.

Analysis: Lattimore's absence would be significant for New Orleans, as Tampa Bay's WR tandem of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin both rank top five in the league in receiving yards. The Saints certainly didn't play poorly against the Falcons, but one sack and zero takeaways made if an unproductive afternoon. The Buccaneers are 31st in the league with 21 giveaways, but they also have the third-best scoring offense (28.9 PPG). It will be worth checking out available streaming options for Week 11 should…read more