Struggling Vikings host Saints
| Why To Watch New Orleans' offense has sputtered at times and has made some critical mistakes this season. But it's as explosive as it is inconsistent. Look for the Saints to take advantage of its playmakers by getting RB Deuce McAllister out on the perimeter and having QB Aaron Brooks attack downfield. With Minnesota's offense having problems putting points on the board, some big plays could create a lead that puts even more pressure on the Vikings. Minnesota will counter by playing conservative schemes that are designed to take away the big play. The hope is to force New Orleans to sustain longer drives, giving the Vikings more chances to create turnovers.
Throwing eight interceptions over the first two games is unacceptable and Vikings QB Daunte Culpepper needs to make better decisions. That won't be easy unless the offensive line starts gelling and the ground game gives the offense some much-needed balance. However, Culpepper has to do a better job of protecting the football regardless of the help he gets from his supporting cast. He can't give the Saints any added confidence by turning the ball over.
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