Oddsmakers Unsure What to Make of Packers/Saints

It seems this Sunday's Packers/Saints game has confused internet oddsmakers.

As things stand, according to ESPN.com, Bet Online, 5 Dimes, and SportsBetting.ag all have the contest's line listed as even, while other sources like Bovada and Fantasy 911 have New Orleans down as one point favorites.

Remember, going into the nationally televised matchup the Packers are 5-2 and the Saints 2-4, records that may be deceiving given Green Bay's struggles on the road and the home team's unlimited potential. Nonetheless, since the Pack are obviously on a hot streak right now it seems more likely that they'll be the ones who ultimately find a way to win, as bias as that statement sounds.

NFL Week 6 Picks

My picks for NFL Week 6, with the exception of Thursday's Colts/Texans game:

1. Packers at Dolphins

Prediction: Packers win in a close one

2. Patriots at Bills

Prediction: Patriots win in a close one

3. Panthers at Bengals

Prediction: Bengals win in a close one

4. Steelers at Browns

Prediction: Steelers win in a close one

5. Lions at Vikings

Prediction: Lions win in a close one

6. Broncos at Jets

Prediction: Broncos win easily

7. Ravens at Buccaneers

Prediction: Ravens win in a close one

8. Jaguars at Titans

Prediction: Titans win in a close one

9. Chargers at Raiders

Prediction: Chargers win easily

10. Bears at Falcons

Prediction: Falcons win in a close one

11. Redskins at Cardinals 

Prediction: Cardinals win easily

12. Cowboys at Seahawks

Prediction: Seahawks win easily

13. Giants at Eagles

Prediction: Eagles win in a close one

14. 49ers at Rams

Prediction: 49ers win easily 

Leave your thoughts below if you disagree with any of them. 

Packers/Lions Final Prediction

I'm not going to lie here; I don't like that the Packers are playing in Detroit this early in the season. Nonetheless, since the contest's still happening tomorrow I'll make my final prediction now, one that I imagine most probably agree with:

Score: Packers 27, Lions 20

In recent years, it's been made clear that the Lions are a tough road opponent. But since Jordy Nelson and the defense both looked better than usual last week I can't see the Pack losing, as close as things may get. 

Why?

Simply because they're the better team. When it comes down to it, Matthew Stafford is too inconsistent to count on, while Aaron Rodgers is usually a guaranteed contributor. I won't ensure a victory, but one just seems likely. I just can't imagine Green Bay starting off another year 1-2.

Prediction for Thursday's Packers/Seahawks Game

Since the Packers' season starts tomorrow, it seems reasonable to me to put in my prediction for the contest now. So, here it is.

Score: Seahawks 31, Packers 17:

I don't mean to put Green Bay down with that score, but yes, I do believe something like it will come to fruition.

Why?

Simply because the Seahawks are unbeatable at home. If this game was in Green Bay, it'd be another story, but since that isn't the case I just can't imagine the Pack really competing in this one. They're good, but in my eyes just not good enough to succeed in this kind of situation, as unfortunate as that likely fact is.

Packers listed as 10 point favorites for Monday's Bears game

Earlier this week, Vegas released their NFL Week 9 predictions, with our Green Bay Packers being picked as 10 point favorites for their game Monday night against the Bears. This prediction shouldn't surprise you, as the game is at Lambeau, where the Packers rarely lose, and the Bears, despite currently sitting at 4-3 overall, have lost 3 out of their last 4 contests. 

While I would never bet my money on any game, I must say I agree with the oddsmakers on this one. The Packers are much better than the Bears this year. Since they're better, they will not lose. That's how it works.