Saints @ Chiefs betting picks & free preview | NFL Monday Week 5

New Orleans Saints v Kansas City Chiefs top bets

NFL Monday preview: Saints @ Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs aim to maintain their perfect record Monday night as they host the New Orleans Saints at Arrowhead Stadium for week 5 of the NFL season.

The Saints come off a narrow two-point loss to the Falcons last Sunday, marking their second consecutive defeat. New Orleans relied heavily on their ground game, with Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill combining for three touchdowns. However, a pair of turnovers proved costly, leading to a 58-yard field goal that sealed the Falcons’ win with just two seconds remaining.

After starting the season 2-0, the last two weeks have been a wake-up call for the Saints and quarterback Derek Carr, who has managed only one touchdown in that span. Facing the two-time defending champions on the road, it’s no surprise that the Saints are underdogs for this matchup, priced at +200 with the top football betting sites.

Fifteen players were listed on the Saints’ injury report Thursday, and more clarity is expected as the week progresses.

Kansas City extended their unbeaten run last Sunday with a seven-point win over the Chargers in Los Angeles. Despite trailing by 10 points in the first quarter, a strong defensive effort kept the Chargers scoreless for the rest of the game, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes did enough to secure the victory.

Though not always convincing, the Chiefs have now strung together four straight one-score wins to start the season. Kansas City’s defense, led by Andy Reid, has been a highlight, while Mahomes has adapted well despite the loss of key offensive weapons. The Chiefs are favorites at Arrowhead at -250 with Bovada.

Wide receiver Rashee Rice, who suffered a knee injury against the Chargers, has been placed on injured reserve.

New Orleans @ Kansas City NFL Week 5 predictions

While the Chiefs haven’t been outstanding this season, they’ve consistently found a way to win. The Saints, meanwhile, have stumbled in tight games, but with their last two losses coming by a combined five points, there’s value in backing them to cover the line. Take the Saints at +5.5 points at -111.11 with top NFL betting sites.

As the highest-scoring team in the league, the Saints have demonstrated their offensive firepower. The Chiefs have also gone over the total points line in three of their four games this season. Back this game to go over 42.5 points at -111.11 with leading sportsbooks.

Given the uncertainty around the Chiefs’ offensive snap counts, a safer option is to look at the Saints’ offense—specifically Alvin Kamara. The veteran running back leads the league with six touchdowns and sees more touches than any other skill player in the NFL. Back Kamara to score a touchdown at +112 with Bovada.

Sports betting picks