As you prepare to place your bets on one of the 13 NFL games slated for Week 9, it’s crucial to keep an eye on the injury lists. Players who are ruled out or tagged as questionable may significantly impact betting lines. Moreover, even players who are not at full strength can dramatically influence gameplay.
Here’s an overview of the significant injury updates for Week 9 NFL games, along with the current betting lines according to SportsLine consensus odds.
Matchup Highlights
San Francisco 49ers at New York Giants (1 p.m. ET)
- Brock Purdy (toe, questionable)
- Ricky Pearsall (knee, out)
Brock Purdy might join the action in New York, but if he plays, he’ll be backing up Mac Jones, who has been named starter again. The 49ers are favored to win by 2.5 points, with the total at 48.5.
Los Angeles Chargers at Tennessee Titans (1 p.m. ET)
- Hassan Haskins (hamstring, out)
- Calvin Ridley (hamstring, out)
- Jeffery Simmons (hamstring, out)
Haskins’ absence clears the way for Kimani Vidal to take the lead running back role. The Titans are significant underdogs at 9.5 points, with a total of 43.5.
Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions (1 p.m. ET)
- JJ McCarthy (ankle, will play)
JJ McCarthy is set to return, marking a significant recovery since Week 2. Detroit is favorably positioned as an 8.5-point favorite, and the total is expected at 48.5.
Chicago Bears at Cincinnati Bengals (1 p.m. ET)
- D’Andre Swift (groin, out)
- Luther Burden III (concussion, out)
- Joe Flacco (shoulder, questionable)
With Swift out, Kyle Monangai is likely to get the majority of the carries. The Bears are 2.5-point favorites, with a total at 51.
Other Notable Injury Updates
- Patrick Surtain II (shoulder, out)
- Alvin Kamara (ankle, questionable)
Stay tuned for further updates as teams finalize their injury reports leading into kickoff.
