Thursday Night Football Odds Week 7

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Thursday Night Football Odds Week 7

Week 7 of the NFL season kicks off with an exciting interconference matchup. The Denver Broncos will travel to take on the New Orleans Saints , let’s check the Thursday Night Football Odds for each one.

The Broncos are coming off a 23-16 home loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, failing to cover the spread as three-point underdogs. Meanwhile, the Saints suffered a 51-27 defeat to Tampa Bay, missing the cover as 3.5-point underdogs. Heading into this contest, NFL Futures favor the Broncos, but let’s break down the matchup further.

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Denver Broncos

Denver’s three-game winning streak ended with a loss to the Chargers, dropping them to 3-3 on the season. The Broncos struggled early, falling behind 20-0 at halftime and 23-0 by the end of the third quarter. 

Despite a late surge, scoring 16 fourth-quarter points, the comeback fell short. Denver was outgained in total offense in that game, managing 316 yards to the Chargers’ 350. The Broncos also lost the time-of-possession battle by nearly 15 minutes and committed two costly turnovers.

Statistically, Denver’s offense ranks 27th in passing, averaging 170.8 yards per game, and 23rd in rushing, with 107.3 yards per contest. It is 25th in scoring offense, putting up 18.7 points per game. On the bright side, its defense ranks 4th in scoring, allowing just 16 points per game.

Quarterback Bo Nix has been inconsistent this season, completing 121 of 198 passes for 1,082 yards, five touchdowns, and five interceptions. Nix is also a dual threat, rushing for 180 yards and three scores. Javonte Williams leads the ground attack with 213 rushing yards, while Courtland Sutton tops the receiving corps with 277 yards and two touchdowns. Denver’s kicking game has been strong, with Wil Lutz converting 13 of 14 field goal attempts.

On the injury front, the Broncos face potential issues in the secondary. Cornerback Pat Surtain II is in concussion protocol, while Ja’Quan McMillian and Riley Moss are also questionable. Offensive tackle Alex Palczewski is nursing an ankle injury, further complicating Denver’s lineup as they prepare for a short week.

New Orleans Saints

After starting the season strong with two big wins, the Saints have lost four straight games, dropping to 2-4 on the year. Their latest loss to Tampa Bay saw New Orleans rally from a 17-0 deficit to take a 27-24 lead at halftime, only to collapse in the second half, getting outscored 27-0.

The Saints struggled on both sides of the ball, allowing Tampa Bay 594 yards of offense while only managing 303 yards themselves. They lost the time-of-possession battle and committed three turnovers, including a costly fumble returned for a touchdown.

During the season, New Orleans ranks 21st in passing offense, averaging 200.3 yards per game and 13th in rushing, with 119.5 yards per contest. Despite their recent struggles, the Saints are 5th in scoring offense, putting up 27.8 points per game, but their defense has allowed 24.5 points per contest, ranking 23rd in the league.

Derek Carr has thrown for 989 yards, eight touchdowns, and four interceptions, but he missed practice early in the week due to an oblique injury. Spencer Rattler has served as his backup, completing 22 of 40 passes for 243 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. 

Running back Alvin Kamara has been a bright spot for the offense, rushing for 428 yards and six touchdowns. Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed lead the receiving corps, combining for over 600 yards and four touchdowns.

The Saints are dealing with several injuries heading into this game, with key players like Carr, Olave, and Shaheed missing practice. Other starters, including Taysom Hill and Alvin Kamara, were limited, which could impact the team’s performance on both sides.

Prediction

If Derek Carr cannot play, this game could feature a battle of rookie quarterbacks between Bo Nix and Spencer Rattler. While the Saints scored 27 points in their last game, much of that came from favorable field position and a punt return touchdown. 

Their offense went cold in the second half, raising concerns about their ability to sustain drives against Denver’s stout defense. Despite their recent loss, the Broncos have been solid on defense and will look to control the game with that unit. Look for Denver to capitalize on the Saints’ injuries and defensive lapses to come out on top in this Thursday night showdown.

Prediction: Denver Broncos -1.5.