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How to watch, predictions for ‘MNF’ week 5

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The New Orleans Saints march into GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night.

The Chiefs (5-0) look to continue their Houdini act on “Monday Night Football” in Week 5. Much like the start of their 2023 season, the Kansas City Chiefs do not appear to be operating at full strength, especially on offense. . Some of that is due to Patrick Mahomes’ un-Mahomes-like start, some of it is injury, but it’s all raising eyebrows.

Speaking of raising eyebrows, it’s been 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 down to earth with losses in the final two weeks . Defensively, the Saints are among the best in the league, presenting a challenge for the already struggling KC offense in Week 5.

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The Saints and Chiefs head into “Monday Night Football” eager for wins. USA TODAY Sports provides live updates, highlights and more from the Week 5 ‘MNF’ matchup below:

Date: Monday October 7
Time: 8:15 PM ET

The Chiefs vs. Saints matchup ends Week 5 of the 2024 NFL season at 8:15 PM ET. After two weeks of doubleheaders, this is the only game on the Week 5 “MNF” slate.

ESPN is home to “Monday Night Football” in Week 5. Joe Buck (play-by-play), Troy Aikman (color commentary) and Lisa Salters (sideline reporter) will be in attendance.

ESPN’s popular alternative 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 includes former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick. On Monday night, Peyton and Eli’s father, Archie Manning, and actor Paul Rudd join the show.

Here are the USA TODAY Sports staff’s predictions for the Chiefs-Saints game:

Lorenzo Reyes: Saints 17, Heads 13
Tyler Dragon: Heads 25, saints 21
Jordan Mendoza: Heads 23, saints 19

Fans who want to watch the “Monday Night Football” game between the Chiefs and Saints via livestream have a few options.

Fubo features the ESPN family of networks, as well as ABC, CBS, Fox and NFL Network, meaning you can catch all the NFL action all year round.

ESPN+ will also carry the game.

Inactive Saints players:

LB Willie Gay Jr.
TE Taysom Hill
QB Spencer Rattler (third QB)
LB Piet Werner
C/G César Ruiz
DT Kristian Boyd
DE Payton Turner

Inactive Chiefs players:

OL CJ Hanson
OT Ethan Driskell
DT Marlon Tuipulotu
DE Cameron Thomas

According to BetMGM NFL odds, the Chiefs are the favorite to beat the Saints. Do you want to bet? Check out the best mobile sports betting apps offering NFL betting promotions in 2024, including the ESPN BET app and Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.

Spread: Chiefs (-5.5)
Moneyline: Chiefs (-250); Saints (+200)
More/less: 43

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The Chiefs are the only undefeated team remaining in the AFC on 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 move into a tie for first place in the NFC South. As a tiebreaker, they would finish in 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 who don’t want to repeat the events of “Sunday Night Football” don’t have to worry: Kansas City’s weather is expected to be perfect for Monday night football. According to Weather.com, temperatures are expected to be in the low 60s at kickoff, with no rain in the forecast.

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