This Seahawks-Saints showdown suddenly looks much different.
What was set up to be a premier early-season showdown in the NFC — between two teams with Super Bowl aspirations — took a dramatic turn Monday when it was revealed that Saints quarterback Drew Brees will miss significant time with a thumb injury on his throwing hand.
In what was a “pick ’em” game, according to the early Las Vegas betting line, the Seahawks (2-0) are now favored by 5 points at home. Five things to know about the Saints (1-1):
1. Brees scheduled for surgery
The 40-year-old Brees injured his thumb on a first-quarter hit by Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald on Sunday in Los Angeles.