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Updated Saints record prediction for 2025, with game-by-game picks
With improved health, sharper execution, and the continued emergence of their young talent, the Saints are shaping up as a scrappy, resilient group:
One can assume that the schedule changes had something to do with the records of each team. The Buccaneers and 49ers both have 3-1 records, while the Patriots and Saints are a combined 2-6. The Saints are one of just two teams that are 0-4.
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ESPN: Saints' weak strength of schedule could cost them 2026 first overall pick
ESPN's football power index likes the Saints to pick high in the 2026 NFL draft, but not first overall. A weak strength of schedule may work against them:
New England Patriots undrafted rookie wide receiver Efton Chism III is set to make his NFL debut on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.
Tampa Bay is a 3.5-point favorite in the latest 49ers vs. Buccaneers odds from SportsLine consensus, while the over/under for total points scored is 46.5. The Buccaneers are -186 money line favorites (risk $86 to win $100),