Bengals (2-3) at Saints (2-3)

■ Time: 10 a.m.

■ Line/total: Bengals -2½, 43

■ Analysis: New Orleans has started to show signs of life on offense. But until the Saints, who allow 25.6 points per game, can show they can stop somebody, they are a go-against. The Bengals have covered three in a row while holding opponents to 17.8 points per game and snagging nine takeaways. New Orleans has a league-worst 13 giveaways.

■ By the numbers: Cincinnati is riding a 7-1 cover run on the road. … The Bengals are on an 11-2 ATS streak overall.

■ Pick: Bengals 24, Saints 21