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Weather could change the outcome of the Saints vs. Giants game

By Dean Mullen

NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 09: Rain falls as fans walk through Champions Square outside of the Superdome prior to the New Orleans Saints playing against the Minnesota Vikings at Louisiana Superdome on September 9, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS - SEPTEMBER 09: Rain falls as fans walk through Champions Square outside of the Superdome prior to the New Orleans Saints playing against the Minnesota Vikings at Louisiana Superdome on September 9, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images) /
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While it’s still early to know for sure, the game Sunday could be dramatically different than what was to be expected. The chance of rain is now fluctuating between 60-70% for kickoff. The rain added with wind will no doubt have an effect on how the game is played.

The temperatures will not be a major factor Sunday, that’s for sure. The rain forecast though looks to be ominous, as the Saints play the Giants Sunday. This new factor could be a huge difference in the game. It’s still way too early to know how much rain will fall for sure, but it does look like to be at least some precipitation on Sunday.

With any type of weather ball security now will become even more important. The passing game will surely be less effective, if the rain starts to come down hard. So who does that give the advantage to? Strangely enough, the rain may actually help the Saints. Normally that would not be the case. However, with the Saints secondary being so depleted, the rain and wind could take some pressure off of the rookie defensive backs.

Of course with the rain adds the possibility of slipping too. Both teams will surely adjust by wearing the correct cleats that will be needed, if the rain becomes an issue. Discipline will be key as mistakes will be on display. The Saints defense will need to be wrapping up on tackles and backing up their teammates if a slip happens.

On the offensive end of the ball, the offensive lineman will have to be extra dialed in on every play. Especially, if the Saints run the ball more. There will be plenty of wet balls out on the field. The big guys upfront will need to be alert if there’s a ball on the ground.

If I was coach Payton, running back Tim Hightower would get the ball a little more this Sunday. Hightower is really focused on north and south running. Jukes and dancing are not going to go over well this game.

A lot can change in the forecast in the next 24 hours. Make sure to follow the Weather Channel in the next 36 hours to see how much rain and wind could be out there. This is one of the worse ones that I can remember in recent memory.

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