Panthers vs. Saints Prediction: New Orleans Predicted to Win Following Latest Data Analysis for NFL Week 1 [2024]

The New Orleans Saints will square off with the Carolina Panthers in NFL Week 1 action at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, beginning at 1:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced NFL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Saints as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Panthers-Saints game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Saints with a win probability of 64%, while the Panthers have 36%."

Panthers vs. Saints Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

The NFL Week 1 action between the Saints and Panthers at Caesars Superdome is scheduled to commence at 1:00PM ET.

• Who: Carolina Panthers vs. New Orleans Saints
• Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
• Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Caesars Superdome
• Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
• Merchandise: Buy Saints and Panthers gear at Fanatics
• Live Stream: Watch this game on FOX via Hulu or FuboTV

Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Sunday's Panthers vs. Saints matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Saints vs. Panthers picks, be sure to check out the latest NFL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Panthers vs. Saints Predictions

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NFL matchup between the Panthers and Saints 10,000 times as part of our NFL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Saints a 64% chance of defeating the Panthers in Week 1 of the NFL season. Our predicted final score has the Saints winning 22-19.

According to our model, the bookies have got it right, and the Panthers and Saints each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 41.5 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Panthers vs. Saints Odds

We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Panthers	Saints
Spread	+3.5 (-108)	-3.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+160	-184
Total	o41.5 (-108)	u41.5 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Panthers vs. Saints Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Panthers vs. Saints matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NFL picks for every game throughout the season.

Full access to our picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

Panthers vs. Saints TD Scorers

Who will score the first touchdown in Panthers vs. Saints?

According to our model, Carolina's Chuba Hubbard is most likely to score the first TD in Panthers vs. Saints.

Our projections give Hubbard a 10.6% chance of scoring the first TD at Caesars Superdome, while the Panthers RB is a 41.3% chance of scoring an anytime touchdown.

First Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Carolina Panthers

Player	First TD Probability
Chuba Hubbard	10.6%
Diontae Johnson	6.7%
Adam Thielen	5.5%

New Orleans Saints

Player	First TD Probability
Alvin Kamara	9.9%
Chris Olave	7.6%
Rashid Shaheed	7.3%

Anytime Touchdown Scorer Predictions

Carolina Panthers

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Chuba Hubbard	41.3%
Diontae Johnson	29.6%
Adam Thielen	24.5%

New Orleans Saints

Player	Anytime TD Probability
Alvin Kamara	39.2%
Chris Olave	33.0%
Rashid Shaheed	29.8%

For a complete analysis of the most likely first and anytime TD scorers this week, see our NFL Week 1 touchdown scorer predictions

Panthers vs Saints Player Props

Discover our predictions for the players likely to lead in passing, rushing and receiving yards for both the Panthers and Saints. For detailed projections, join Dimers Pro.

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Panthers vs. Saints Quarterbacks

Of the starting quarterbacks, the Panthers' Bryce Young is projected to throw for fewer yards than the Saints' Derek Carr.

Panthers Rushing

Chuba Hubbard, Bryce Young and Miles Sanders are projected to be the leading rushers for the Panthers.

Player	Position
Chuba Hubbard	RB
Bryce Young	QB
Miles Sanders	RB

Saints Rushing

Alvin Kamara, Taysom Hill and Jamaal Williams are expected to lead the Saints in rushing yards.

Player	Position
Alvin Kamara	RB
Taysom Hill	TE
Jamaal Williams	RB

Panthers Receiving

Diontae Johnson, Adam Thielen, Jonathan Mingo, Ja'Tavion Sanders and Xavier Legette are projected to top the receiving yards for the Panthers.

Player	Position
Diontae Johnson	WR
Adam Thielen	WR
Jonathan Mingo	WR
Ja'Tavion Sanders	TE
Xavier Legette	WR

Saints Receiving

Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed, Foster Moreau, Alvin Kamara and Cedrick Wilson are projected to lead the Saints in receiving yards.

Player	Position
Chris Olave	WR
Rashid Shaheed	WR
Foster Moreau	TE
Alvin Kamara	RB
Cedrick Wilson	WR

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Conclusion

We predict the Saints, with a 64% win probability, will likely beat the Panthers in Week 1 of the NFL season.

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