Is DK Metcalf playing today? (Injury update, prop betting impact for Rams vs. Seahawks) – Sports Illustrated

The Seattle Seahawks will be without star receiver DK Metcalf for the second week in a row as he deals with a sprained MCL.

Metcalf was already shut out against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 9.

Seattle scored just 10 points in Week 8 when Metcalf was sidelined, and quarterback Geno Smith (21 for 29, 212 yards, one interception) didn’t have his best day without him.

Seattle will now once again rely on veteran Tyler Lockett and second-year receiver Jackson Smith-Njigba to find the slack in the passing game.

Here’s a prop breakdown for JSN after he led the team in receiving in Week 8.

Odds via DraftKings sports exchange.

In Week 8, JSN was targeted seven times by Smith, hauling in six passes. He’s only had two games this season where he’s seen less than six targets, making him a pretty solid bet to clean up his receptions against Los Angeles.

The Rams have allowed the fifth-most net yards per pass attempt, and while JSN’s yardage has varied this season, he has had at least four receptions in five of his eight games.

The Seahawks may rely more on their ground game in Week 9, but JSN and Lockett should have very specific roles in this offense. If you’re going to take the OVER on reception, they’re the two players to target on Sunday.

The coefficients are updated periodically and are subject to change.

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