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Raiders vs. Saints Prediction: Las Vegas Predicted to Win in NFL Week 17 [2024]
Our expert prediction for Sunday's Las Vegas Raiders vs New Orleans Saints matchup.
The New Orleans Saints will square off with the Las Vegas Raiders in NFL Week 17 action at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, starting at 1:00PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Raiders as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Las Vegas-New Orleans game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.
"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Raiders with a win probability of 60%, while the Saints have 40%."
This updated Raiders vs. Saints betting preview builds on my early Raiders vs. Saints prediction that I published at the start of the week.
For expanded analysis of today’s game, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Raiders vs. Saints predictions page.
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Raiders vs. Saints Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
The NFL Week 17 matchup between the Saints and Raiders at Caesars Superdome is scheduled to start at 1:00PM ET.
- Who: Las Vegas Raiders vs. New Orleans Saints
- Date: Sunday, December 29, 2024
- Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Caesars Superdome
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Saints and Raiders gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of this week's Raiders vs. Saints matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Las Vegas vs. New Orleans picks, be sure to check out the latest NFL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Raiders vs. Saints Predictions
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Raiders and Saints 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Raiders a 60% chance of beating the Saints in Week 17 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Raiders winning 19-17.
According to our model, the Raiders (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 37.5-point over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
In addition to our Raiders vs. Saints predictions, we've also prepared the following for today’s action:
Raiders vs. Saints Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Raiders | Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-114) | +1.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +112 |
| Total | o37.5 (-108) | u37.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Raiders vs. Saints Picks
Our model's strongest edge in today's Raiders vs. Saints matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Raiders vs. Saints TD Scorers
Who will score an anytime touchdown in Raiders vs. Saints?
According to our model, New Orleans' Spencer Rattler is most likely to score the first touchdown in Raiders vs. Saints.
Our projections give Rattler a 15.2% chance of scoring the first TD at Caesars Superdome, while the Saints QB is a 51.2% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.
First Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Las Vegas Raiders
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | 12.7% |
| Jakobi Meyers | 12.3% |
| Alexander Mattison | 9.7% |
New Orleans Saints
| Player | First TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Spencer Rattler | 15.2% |
| Kendre Miller | 6.7% |
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | 5.8% |
Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions
Las Vegas Raiders
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | 43.8% |
| Jakobi Meyers | 43.1% |
| Alexander Mattison | 36.2% |
New Orleans Saints
| Player | Anytime TD Probability |
|---|---|
| Spencer Rattler | 51.2% |
| Kendre Miller | 27.1% |
| Juwan Johnson | 22.9% |
For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 17 touchdown scorer predictions
Raiders vs Saints Player Props
Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Raiders and Saints. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.
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Raiders vs. Saints Quarterbacks
Of the starting quarterbacks, the Raiders' Aidan O'Connell is projected to throw for more yards than the Saints' Spencer Rattler.
Raiders Rushing
Alexander Mattison, Ameer Abdullah and Aidan O'Connell are projected to be the leading rushers for the Raiders.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Alexander Mattison | RB |
| Ameer Abdullah | RB |
| Aidan O'Connell | QB |
Saints Rushing
Kendre Miller, Spencer Rattler and Jamaal Williams are expected to lead the Saints in rushing yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Kendre Miller | RB |
| Spencer Rattler | QB |
| Jamaal Williams | RB |
Raiders Receiving
Brock Bowers, Jakobi Meyers, Tre Tucker, Ameer Abdullah and Alexander Mattison are projected to top the receiving yards for the Raiders.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Brock Bowers | TE |
| Jakobi Meyers | WR |
| Tre Tucker | WR |
| Ameer Abdullah | RB |
| Alexander Mattison | RB |
Saints Receiving
Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Juwan Johnson, Foster Moreau, Cedrick Wilson and Kevin Austin are projected to lead the Saints in receiving yards.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Marquez Valdes-Scantling | WR |
| Juwan Johnson | TE |
| Foster Moreau | TE |
| Cedrick Wilson | WR |
| Kevin Austin | WR |
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Conclusion
We predict the Raiders, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Saints in Week 17 of the NFL season.
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