Saints vs. Colts Pregame Report - Week 8

The Saints and Colts have had some interesting wins and losses this season, but none of that matters as they each look to get a win to get back to .500 today.

It's Game Day for the Saints (3-4), as they take on the Colts (3-4) at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis as part of nine early kickoffs in Week 8. Here's everything you need to know for the game, as one team will get back to .500 as a reward for winning today.

Week 8 Saints Pregame Report

All-Time Series: The Saints lead the all-time series 8-5 and have won the past three matchups.

Where to Watch: FOX (12:00 p.m. CT), Kevin Kugler, Mark Sanchez, Laura Okmin (field reporter)

Where to Stream: FuboTV (Start Your Free Trial Here), Saints App, NFL+

Where to Listen: WWL Radio locally (105.3FM) with Mike Hoss, Deuce McAllister, and Jeff Nowak (sideline reporter); SIRIUSXM: 146/389 (NO), 132/230 (IN)

Referee: Craig Wrolstad

Current Lines: Saints -1.5 (O/U at 43.5)

Jersey Combo: White Jerseys, White Pants

Last 5 Matchups

• 12/16/19 - Saints 34, Colts 7
• 10/25/15 - Saints 27, Colts 21
• 10/23/11 - Saints 62, Colts 7
• 2/7/10 - Saints 31, Colts 17 (Super Bowl XLIV)
• 9/6/07 - Colts 41, Saints 10

Broadcast Map (via 506sports): Be sure to check your local listings, but the Saints-Colts game is projected in orange on FOX. CBS has the doubleheader this week.

Saints-Colts projected in Orange / 506sports.com

Saints Notes and Storylines for Week 8

Sep 18, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) reacts with wide receiver Chris Olave (12) in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

MONITORING THE BUG

The Saints have been dealing with an illness all week, which has included both players and coaches. Michael Thomas was the latest player to get added to the report on Saturday afternoon, being officially questionable for Sunday. We expect the players to play who have had to deal with it, but it's included everyone from Derek Carr to Dennis Allen. It's that time of the year.

PUT UP OR SHUT UP

Nothing really matters today for the Saints other than getting a win. The team had a lot of good conversations before they dove into film for the Colts game. Carr was one of the driving forces behind the offense, making sure everyone got out what was needed to be said and then some. The offense is the focal point for New Orleans, and execution without excuses has to be what we see. In particular, what does 3rd Down and the Red Zone look like today? We'll find out soon enough.

NEEDING THAT ONE GAME

Despite everything that has happened and the disappointment that has followed, New Orleans has 10 games left on their schedule. They need to win a minimum of six to position themselves for the division, but realistically they need to win seven. It's been a while since we've seen the Saints go on a run, but it would be a great time for them to start. There's a lot at stake for this team, and anything less than a postseason appearance will have to prompt some immediate changes.

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