Because they arguably have the best QB in football, the best coach in football,
a pair of the best receivers in football, 1 of the best OL's in football, and a
very competent defense.
None of that matters. It's about the best TEAM in the NFL in 2009, and that my friend, is not the Patriots this year thus far. I would respect them like I respect the Giants and Steelers. They are a top notch team, but highly beatable.
This is not the "biggest" game in Saints history by any means. Exciting yes, but so was the MNF against the clowns.