Rod Walker: Saints-Broncos pits Sean Payton, who wants to win, vs. Dennis Allen, who needs to win
Allen needs a win more than anyone. A victory over the guy he coached under for 12 seasons would be a signature win for Allen, especially considering the Saints likely will enter Thursday’s game with just four offensive players (Alvin Kamara, Trevor Penning, Taliese Fuaga and Foster Moreau) who started the season opener.