Week 11 betting injury report: Falcons in tough spot vs. Panthers' defense
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Every week, we'll be covering the NFL's most significant injuries and how the numbers in the betting market are being affected. Here's the outlook for Week 11:
Note: Players status are as of Friday afternoon.
Austin Hooper, TE Falcons (knee) and Devonta Freeman, RB (foot)
Statuses: Doubtful
There's a good chance the Falcons will be without two key offensive players for this weekend's game at Carolina, putting them in even more of a sub-optimal spot. This will oddly be the first outdoors game for the Falcons in 2019, and they'll face a Panthers secondary that's No. 3 in pass-defense DVOA.
After beating New Orleans on the road, this could potentially be a letdown spot for the Falcons, who are catching 4.5 points.
Matthew Stafford, QB Lions (back)
Status: Out
The Lions will turn to backup quarterback Jeff Driskel for the second consecutive week. Last Sunday against the Bears, Driskel threw for a career-high 269 yards while helping his team's offense outgain Chicago by 0.5 yards per play.
This line is already sitting at Cowboys -7, and if you're in a rush to bet the Lions, you can probably wait for the hook - or more.
Marshon Lattimore, CB Saints (hamstring)
Status: Questionable
Lattimore is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Buccaneers after sitting out practice earlier in the week. He's been tasked with matching up against opposing No. 1 receivers, producing successful outings this season while guarding the likes of DeAndre Hopkins, Julio Jones, and Amari Cooper.
If Lattimore is indeed sidelined, Tampa +5.5 and some sort of team total over bet both look pristine. The Buccaneers' tandem of Mike Evans and Chris Godwin could make life difficult for a secondary without its shutdown cornerback.
Rob Havenstein, OL Rams (knee)
Status: Out
The Rams are severely banged up along their offensive line, as Havenstein, Brian Allen, and Joseph Noteboom are all on the shelf with injuries. When L.A. meets Chicago on Sunday night, the club's O-line will feature three players with three or fewer career starts.
The Bears' defense hasn't been as dominant as last season, but the unit is still in the top half of the league in adjusted sack rate. Although Rams quarterback Jared Goff has played significantly better at home, he's been terrible when faced with pressure this season.
Chicago +6 or a team total under bet on the Rams are both good plays.
Alex Kolodziej is a betting writer for theScore. He's a graduate of Eastern Illinois who has been involved in the sports betting industry for 12 years. He can quote every line from "Rounders" and appreciates franchises that regularly wear alternate jerseys. Find him on Twitter @AJKolodziej.