Remember, when underachieving teams fire coaches in midseason it usually gives a short-term spike. We saw it with the Fins and expect to see it with the Tits. Mike Mularkey debuts as Titans interim coach following firing of Ken Whisenhunt
Marcus Mariota probable. He is a big upgrade over Zach Mettenberger.

The rookie has completed 103 of 162 passes (63.6 percent) for 1,239 yards, nine touchdowns, five interceptions and a 92.6 passer rating. Changes are going to be made to the offense with more quick passes and streamlining of the playbook. The Tits have had more time to practice it and the Saints not much to scout.

Saints allow teams to exceed season averages by .5 yards per carry and 1.0 yards per pass. Going against a porous defense, the Saints new life offense will have their best game of the season.