The Saints are set to face their first divisional opponent tonight on MNF with an unbeaten record at stake. How will it end up?

In short, the Saints will rise to the occasion at home and show the world that they are for real.

Key Match ups:

Saints receivers versus a young Falcon secondary. Drew Brees will pick a part a cornerback duo of Chris Houston and Brent Grimes. Much apologies to former Tiger Chevis Jackson and co., but Colston and boys are too big, fast and physical to be slowed down.

On the other hand, the Saints will have a tough time defending a Falcons passing attach headlined by Roddy White and the aging Tony Gonzalez. The key will be can Vilma and Sharper hold their own, and make Gonzalez a non factor. White can get his touches as long as we shut down the other guys.

The biggest test for the Saints will be Michael Turner. Earlier today we learned that Saints’ D-lineman Sedrick Ellis will be out for 4-6 weeks. This hurts more than ever, playing one of the more talented backs in the league. Turner hasn’t shown his explosive running that he had last year when he rushed for close to 1,700 yards. Through six games Turner has only gained 403 yards, as opposed to 597 yards through six games last year.

The X Factor is the Saints playing at home with a winning team. The fans will be out and the Superdome will be electric tonight giving the Saints the overall advantage. Unless the Falcons can build an early lead on the back of Turner and are able to control the time of possession, the Saints shouldn’t have a problem improving to 7-0.

Prediction:

Saints 33  Falcons24