New Orleans Saints 2009 NFL Predictions, Win Total & 2010 Super Bowl Odds: The New Orleans Saints have all the fire power in the world on offense but when will the defense hold up their end of the bargain? Quarterback Drew Brees is one of the best players in the NFL, but he can‘t win all by himself as evidence of the Saints 8-8 finish last season. The Saints are hoping that a new coordinator on defense along with some new additions can help bolster an annually disappointing defense. The NFL predictions odds for the New Orleans Saints to win the 2010 Super Bowl is listed at 20-1 odds at Sportsbook.com.

Brees is one of the smartest players in the NFL, with his ability to read defenses and find the open man with regularity. Brees has a deep group  wideouts to aim for and TE Jeremey Shockey is due for a big season. If he can stay healthy The offensive line was one of the main sources to the Saints offensive success with their ability to pass-protect and maul defenders in the running game. Poised for a breakout year on offense is all-purpose RB Reggie Bush. Bush is one of the most electrifying players in the NFL and has added some muscle this off-season to try and improve his durability. The NFL predictions odds for the New Orleans Saints to win the AFC championship is at 10-1 odds.

New defensive coordinator Gregg Williams likes to attack from all angles, but his limitations in the secondary could make his approach more conservative.  The secondary should get a boost with the return of starting CB Tracy Porter who missed 11 games last year. Also added to help the pass-defense was free safety Darren Sharper who is an intelligent leader that can still make plays. The linebacking core has a bonafide star in middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma who seemed to be the Saints lone linebacker at times last season. The defensive line has depth and a pair of quality DE’s in Will Smith and Charles Grant. The defense has enough personnel  in place for coordinator Gregg Williams to work with. Look for the Saints to settle somewhere in the middle of the pack in the defensive rankings this year. Punt returner Reggie Bush is feared by special teams coaches around the NFL.

Watch out for New Orleans this year folks. The Saints have the ability to go a long way if the defense holds it’s end of the bargain. Drew Brees is a prolific passer, and if Reggie Bush can stay healthy, this team is poised for a 1st place NFC South finish and a deep run into the postseason. The  NFL predictions odds on the season Win Total for the New Orleans Saints is at 8.5 Wins.