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The New Orleans Saints go marchin’ in to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night.
The Chiefs (5-0) look to continue their Houdini act going on “Monday Night Football” in Week 5. Much like the start to their 2023 season, the Kansas City Chiefs don’t look to be operating at full strength, especially offensively. Some of that is due to the un-Mahomes like start by Patrick Mahomes, some of it is injury, but all of it is eyebrow raising.
Speaking of eyebrow-raising, it was such a start for the Saints in 2024: With two explosive wins over the Panthers and Cowboys in the first two weeks of the season, New Orleans has come back to Earth with losses in their last two weeks. Defensively, the Saints are among the league’s best, making for a challenge for the already-struggling KC offense in Week 5.
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The Saints and Chiefs head to “Monday Night Football” itching for wins. USA TODAY Sports will provide live updates, highlights, and more from the Week 5 “MNF” matchup below:
- Date: Monday, Oct. 7
- Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
The Chiefs vs. Saints game will conclude Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season at 8:15 p.m. ET. After two weeks of doubleheaders, it’s the lone game on the Week 5 “MNF” slate.
ESPN is the broadcast home of “Monday Night Football” in Week 5. Joe Buck (play-by-play), Troy Aikman (color commentary), and Lisa Salters (sideline reporter) will be on the call.
ESPN’s popular alternate broadcast, the “ManningCast,” returns after a two-week hiatus. The two former NFL quarterbacks will break down the action, along with a typically star-studded guest list that will include former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, among other talent. On Monday night, Peyton and Eli’s father, Archie Manning, as well as actor Paul Rudd join the show.
Here are the USA TODAY Sports staff’s predictions for the Chiefs-Saints game:
- Lorenzo Reyes: Saints 17, Chiefs 13
- Tyler Dragon: Chiefs 25, Saints 21
- Jordan Mendoza: Chiefs 23, Saints 19
Fans who want to catch the “Monday Night Football” matchup between the Chiefs and Saints via live stream have a few options.
Fubo carries the ESPN family of networks, as well as ABC, CBS, Fox, and NFL Network, meaning you’ll catch all NFL action throughout the year.
ESPN+ will also carry the game.
Saints’ inactive players:
- LB Willie Gay Jr.
- TE Taysom Hill
- QB Spencer Rattler (third QB)
- LB Pete Werner
- C/G Cesar Ruiz
- DT Khristian Boyd
- DE Payton Turner
Chiefs’ inactive players:
- OL C.J. Hanson
- OT Ethan Driskell
- DT Marlon Tuipulotu
- DE Cameron Thomas
The Chiefs are favorites to defeat the Saints, according to BetMGM NFL odds. Looking to wager? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering NFL betting promos in 2024 including the ESPN BET app and Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.
- Spread: Chiefs (-5.5)
- Moneyline: Chiefs (-250); Saints (+200)
- Over/under: 43
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The Chiefs are the lone undefeated team remaining in the AFC heading into Monday night.
- Kansas City Chiefs: 4-0
- Denver Broncos: 3-2
- Los Angeles Chargers: 2-2
- Las Vegas Raiders: 2-3
With a win on Monday, the Saints will move into a three-way tie for first place in the NFC South. By way of tiebreakers, they would slot into second place behind the Falcons ahead of the Buccaneers.
- Atlanta Falcons: 3-2
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 3-2
- New Orleans Saints: 2-2
- Carolina Panthers: 1-4
Fans not looking to repeat the events of “Sunday Night Football” won’t have to worry about that: Weather in Kansas City is expected to be perfect for football on Monday Night. The temperature is expected to sit around the low 60s at kickoff time, with no rain in the forecast, per Weather.com.
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