NFL Pick – San Francisco 49ers vs New Orleans Saints

Our San Francisco vs New Orleans pick has the Saints favored at -9.5 (-106). The 49ers best spread is +10 (-120). This season, New Orleans is 6-2 and in first place in the NFC South. They’re 3-5 versus the spread. Over their last five games, the Saints are 5-0.

Meanwhile, San Francisco is 4-5 and in last in the NFC West. They come to this game 4-5 ATS. The Niners have lost their last two games and are 2-3 over their last five contests. The game will be played at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 pm ET on Sunday, November 15, 2020. Weather, of course, won’t be a factor.

San Francisco vs New Orleans Pick – Offenses

The 49ers are averaging 25.0 PPG. The Saints have been good for 30.5 PPG. Although San Francisco is averaging 393.6 YPG, as of late they have suffered a boatload of injuries, which has reduced their offensive output. The Saints, on the other hand, are equal to San Fran in offensive yards, but unlike the Niners, this team comes to this game in good health.

San Francisco vs New Orleans Pick – 49ers Players

Over five games, QB Nick Mullens has been hot and cold. Mullens, who’s completing 68.4% of his passes, has tossed five TDs and four INTs. He’s been sacked nine times. The San Francisco receiving unit has been decimated. However, WRs Brandon Aiyuk, with 28 receptions, and Kendrick Bourne, with 25 catches, are both expected to be active. RB Jerick McKinnon, who has 59 rushes and 261 yards, is averaging 4.4 YPA. He’s scored once.

San Francisco vs New Orleans Pick – Saints Players

QB Drew Brees comes to this game with a completion percentage of 74.0. He’s thrown 17 TD passes and just three picks. Brees has been sacked 10 times. RB Alvin Kamara tops the team in rushing as well as receiving. Consequently, he has five ground and three air TDs. Additionally, two wideouts have three scoring grabs while TE Jared Cook has four TD receptions on 21 catches.

49ers vs Saints Spread Pick – Defenses

Our San Francisco vs New Orleans pick notes that the 49ers are allowing opponents 23.0 PPG. However, over the last two games, their D has given up an average of 35.5 PPG. The issue for this team is related to the numerous injuries they’ve suffered. The Saints are giving up 25.0 PPG. Interesting to note that in their last game against Tom Brady and the Bucs, New Orleans limited their opponent to just three points.

San Francisco Stats and Players

The Frisco defense has made 15 sacks and eight picks. They’ve forced six fumbles and recovered two. The Niners also have 39.6 TFL and 39 PD. DE Kerry Hyder Jr. is a top performer with 4.5 sacks and six TFL. LB Fred Warner leads the team with 47 tackles and 27 assists. Warner’s also recorded 4.5 TFL, two INTs, and three PD.

New Orleans Stats and Players

The Saints’ D has scored two TDs and recorded 22 sacks and 47.5 TFL. They’ve grabbed seven picks and defended 27 passes. DE Trey Hendrickson is a major performer. Hendrickson has accumulated 7.5 sacks and 8.5 TFL. Omnipresent safety Malcolm Jenkins leads the club with 34 solo tackles and seven PD. He’s also posted 13 assists, two sacks, three TFL, and one INT.

San Francisco vs New Orleans Pick – Final Word

Our San Francisco vs New Orleans pick likes the Saints at -9.5 (-106). The Saints are healthy and functioning well on both sides of the ball. The 49ers have lost numerous essential players on both offense and defense. We also have a spread pick for Tampa Bay versus Carolina. Plus, you can access our over/under for that same game. Game time for that contest is 1:00 pm ET.

San Francisco 49ers vs New Orleans Saints Summary

New Orleans Saints at -9.5 (-106)