The injuries didn’t arrive in an avalanche like the one that caved in the Metrodome. But we did see a few in Week 14 that could significantly impact NFL betting.
Don’t worry about: Michael Vick (hand), Ben Roethlisberger (foot/ankle), Jason Campbell (stinger), Shonn Greene (neck), DeSean Jackson (hamstring)
Aaron Rodgers, Packers: CONCUSSION
The Packers’ star captured the Concussion of the Week award yesterday because of his stubborn unwillingness to slide. I suppose betting sharps could argue that Rodgers was gutting out extra yardage on his 18-yard scramble because no one else in the Packer running game was stepping up. He said he had a headache but a clear head after the game, meaning he at least has a shot to play against the Patriots next week. Without him, this sports betting blog will recommend you avoid the Packer line at all costs, as the Pats are demolishing everyone right now.
Chris Ivory, Saints: HAMSTRING
Fantasy football players who found this waiver-wire gem are probably pretty irked about this one. Ivory was running with purpose again, tallying 47 yards on seven carries, but left with a hamstring injury. No word yet on the severity but, with Pierre Thomas and Reggie Bush both back from injury, the Saints won’t need to rush Ivory back.
Gerald McCoy and Quincy Black, Buccaneers: BICEPS, FOREARM
And we thought the Packer defense had it bad earlier this season. The Buccaneers have been absolutely devastated by season-ending injuries to their defense over the last few weeks. The latest casualties, out until 2011, are McCoy and Black. The Bucs ground out a win yesterday but will be hard-pressed to make the playoffs now.
Damien Woody, Jets: KNEE
We don’t know how serious it is but we do know that Woody, a key part of New York’s offensive line, aggravated a knee injury in Sunday’s loss to Miami. His loss would be a painful blow to the Jets’ rushing attack. Strong safety Eric Smith also may be out next week, as he may have suffered a concussion on Sunday.
Stewart Bradley, Eagles: ELBOW
Linebacker Stewart Bradley is done for the regular season at least. He dislocated his elbow in the Sunday nighter. Injuries are starting to pile up for the Eagles’ “D.”
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