NFLGame PreviewsNO VS TEN Preview Week17 28-DEC-2025

Game Preview of New Orleans Saints @ Tennessee Titans. Week 17 of 2025 NFL Season

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NO

5-10-0
@
28DEC25
01:00pm
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TEN

3-12-0
Nissan Stadium

Game Preview

It's a rookie showdown in Nashville as the New Orleans Saints visit the Tennessee Titans in Week 17. Both teams are out of playoff contention, but pride and player development are still on the line.

The Saints enter at 5-10, showing signs of life behind their first-year quarterback. They've strung together recent wins and now hit the road looking to build momentum for next year. The Titans, at 3-12, are coming off a shocking 24-17 upset over the Chiefs. Their rookie QB also showed flashes, giving fans hope despite a tough season.

Oddsmakers favor the Saints by 3 points on the road, with a total set at just 40.0. That reflects expectations for a tight, low-scoring game, especially with both teams prone to rookie mistakes and missing key players on both sides of the ball.

Current Season Form

NO logo

NO

Away
Record:5-10-0
ATS:7-8-0
O/U:4-11-0
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TEN

Home
Record:3-12-0
ATS:7-8-0
O/U:9-6-0

Head-to-Head Summary

Record:
3-2Winner logo
ATS:3-2-0
O/U:2-2-1

Past Results

DateOpponentResultATSO/U
2025-12-21vs KCW 26-9W +-3.5u37.5
2025-12-14@ SFL 24-37L 12.5o44.5
2025-12-07@ CLEW 31-29L 4.5o33.5
2025-11-30vs JAXL 3-25L -6.0u42.5
2025-11-23vs SEAL 24-30L -12.5o41.5
2025-11-16vs HOUL 13-16L -5.5u37.5
2025-11-02vs LACL 20-27L -10.0o44.5
2025-10-26@ INDL 14-38L 15.5o47.5
2025-10-19vs NEL 13-31L -6.5o40.5
2025-10-12@ LVL 10-20L 3.5u41.5

Key Insights

  • The Saints defense ranks in the 64th percentile on third down stops, helping get off the field and limit scoring drives.
  • Tennessee’s defense thrives on pressure, posting an 86th percentile sack rate and converting pressure into sacks at a high rate.
  • New Orleans has a strong big-play touchdown rate (24%), though it comes from a small sample size, indicating some volatility.
  • The Titans struggle to extend drives, converting only 31.7% on third down (3rd percentile).
  • Both teams run no-huddle offenses at above-average rates, which could lead to faster drives but also more stalled possessions.
  • Tennessee's red zone offense often settles for field goals, scoring touchdowns on just 39.1% of trips inside the 20 (12th percentile).

Betting Insights

  • The Saints are 3-point road favorites (-111), but the Titans offer value at +3.0 (-122) with home-field edge and recent momentum.
  • The total is set at 40.0, with the Under juiced to -130, reflecting expectations for a defensive battle.
  • Tyler Shough Under 220.5 passing yards (-119) is in play, as the Saints limit explosive passes and force third-down stops.
  • Chris Olave Anytime TD (+134) has upside with the Titans missing a top cornerback and Olave leading the Saints in targets.
  • Tyjae Spears Over 24.5 rushing yards (-118) looks reasonable against a Saints defense ranked in the bottom 5 for explosive runs allowed.

Final Summary

This game may be low-stakes in the standings, but it still offers plenty for bettors and fans tracking rookie quarterbacks. Both teams are rebuilding, and this matchup gives their young signal-callers another chance to grow under pressure.

The Saints have found a spark lately, and their defense gives them a slight edge. But injuries to key players like Alvin Kamara and their spotty offensive consistency could keep the Titans in it. Tennessee’s defense is aggressive and opportunistic, and their home crowd could help them stay close.

With a low total and tight spread, this game could come down to a few big plays, or mistakes. The under looks playable, though the price is steep. Props tied to player matchups, especially in the passing game, may offer better value.

Expect a gritty, defensive game where field position and turnovers matter. And while the stakes are low, the effort likely won’t be.

Statistical Battle Boards

Viewing: TEN Offense vs NO Defense
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Total Points167#30274#11NO advantage
Total Points Per Game15.2#3024.9#22NO advantage
Total Touchdowns14#3230#21NO advantage
Passing Touchdowns7#3220#24NO advantage
Rushing Touchdowns4#309#12NO advantage
Other Touchdowns3#21#19TEN advantage
Total Kicking Points77#1984#15NO advantage
Total Two Point Conversions0#292#14NO advantage
Kick Extra Points14#3127#10NO advantage
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Net Passing Yards1868#302118#24NO advantage
Net Passing Yards Per Game170#30192#24NO advantage
Passer Rating75.7#30104#5NO advantage
Passing Attempts374#13307#4NO advantage
Completions222#22210#26TEN advantage
Completion Percentage59.4#3068.4#27NO advantage
Passing 1st downs110#25114#11NO advantage
Passing 1st Down %65.1#152.1#5TEN advantage
Longest Pass47#3053#24NO advantage
Passing Fumbles Lost6#14#7TEN advantage
Receiving Targets348#16295#31TEN advantage
Receptions222#22210#7NO advantage
Receiving Yards After Catch1062#241083#8NO advantage
YAC Average4.8#235.2#17NO advantage
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Rushing Yards853#321359#20NO advantage
Rushing Yards Per Game77.5#32124#12NO advantage
Rushing Attempts222#31342#31🏈
Yards Per Rush Attempt3.8#294#23NO advantage
Rushing 1st downs45#3284#25NO advantage
20+ Yard Rushing Plays4#258#10NO advantage
Long Rushing41#2252#16NO advantage
Rushing Fumbles4#258#10NO advantage
Rushing Fumbles Lost2#112#9NO advantage