What Pundits Expect in Ravens-Saints Monday Night Football Game

For the first time this season, the Ravens (5-3) are on a winning streak. In fact, their two-game winning streak marks their first streak of any type in 2022.

Can they make it three in a row by defeating the New Orleans Saints under the bright lights of “Monday Night Football” (assuming the lights actually stay on at the Caesars Superdome)?

The Saints (3-5) are coming off an impressive 24-0 win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 8, but the majority of pundits we looked at (40 of 48) like the Ravens’ chances.

If the Ravens do win their third straight, they’ll have to do it without All-Pro tight end Mark Andrews (knee, shoulder), who has been ruled out, and wide receiver Rashod Bateman, who is undergoing season-ending foot surgery. Additionally, running back Gus Edwards (hamstring) is doubtful to play.

Here’s what the pundits are saying about the game:

Special teams will propel the Ravens to victory.

NFL.com’s Gregg Rosenthal: “It’s too early to say the Saints’ defense is back, but the offense is efficient enough and the Superdome will be rocking. I only give the Ravens a slight edge because they might have the best special teams in football, while the Saints might have the worst.”

Pro Football Talk’s Michael David Smith: “The Saints made a statement with their blowout of the Raiders last week, and I think they’ll be competitive with the Ravens. But ultimately I think the Ravens’ enormous special teams advantage will make the difference in this game.”

The Ringer’s Sheil Kapadia: “The Saints flat-out dominated the Raiders last week. Alvin Kamara had 27 touches for 158 yards. The Ravens don’t have one thing they can hang their hat on, and I could see a low-scoring game. But Baltimore can win in different ways and has a big edge on special teams. I like them to take care of business here.”

The Ravens’ acquisition of inside linebacker Roquan Smith will pay immediate dividends.

Ebony Bird’s Chris Schisler: “There…