Potential Absences of Quarterbacks Matthew Stafford, Kyler Murray, and Josh Allen in Week 10
Published on: November 14, 2022
Last updated on: November 14, 2022
Pauly McGuire
Pauly McGuire (Sports Betting, Sports Expertise)
Three heavyweight quarterbacks, Matthew Stafford from the Los Angeles Rams, Kyler Murray from the Arizona Cardinals, and Josh Allen from the Buffalo Bills, are grappling with injuries, casting doubt over their availability for Week 10.
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NFC West Shakeup and Questionable QBs
The NFC West rivals, the Los Angeles Rams (3-5) and Arizona Cardinals (3-6), face off in a pivotal matchup. With Week 10's outcome critical for both teams' postseason aspirations, the absence of their star quarterbacks could drastically alter the game plan.
Rams vs. Cardinals: Battered and Bruised
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Although the Rams have an underwhelming 2-5-1 against the spread (ATS) record, their home-field advantage could swing things in their favor if they manage a backup quartersack. Despite averaging a mere 16.4 points per game – the fourth-lowest scoring total in the NFL – the Rams' low-scoring offense translates to profitable under bets (6-2).
Meanwhile, the Cardinals' porous defense allows 26.8 points per game, offering the Rams a chance to elevate their offensive struggles. However, the Cardinals have a slightly better ATS record at 4-5.
The Uncertain Future for Matthew Stafford
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Matthew Stafford's health journey has been marred by injuries, most notably an elbow issue that hampered his performance and the Rams' offense throughout last season. Sustaining a concussion in a Week 9 defeat against the Tampa Bay Bucs, Stafford's status for Week 10 is uncertain.
Head coach Sean McVay expressed hope and optimism, prompting fans to stay tuned as to whether the star quarterback will defy the odds and feature in Week 10.
In Stafford's absence, backup quarterback John Wolford is next in line. Though Wolford has had minimal action as a backup, harnessing just four career games, his potential impact on the Rams' fortunes remains an open question.
told the L.A. Times.
Kyler Murray's Hamstring Woes
The Arizona Cardinals' HBO-covered Hard Knocks documentary shed light on star quarterback Kyler Murray's hamstring struggles following a loss against the Seattle Seahawks. The hamstring injury, which impacts Murray's scrambling prowess, poses a significant concern and complicates his chances of suiting up for Week 10.
Initially listed as questionable on the injury report, Murray's game-time status remains undecided. In this uncertain situation, Colt McCoy becomes the backup quarterback, literally and figuratively, poised to steer the Cardinals' ship if Murray's hamstring fails to heal in time.
Kliff Kingsbury said that Murray will be a game-time decision on Sunday against the Rams. Murray is currently listed as questionable on the injury report.
Murray's scrambling ability is crucial to his performance, having averaged 6.1 yards per carry this season. With this factor restricted, the Cardinals' offense would be fundamentally altered.
The Bills' Test of Resilience
The Buffalo Bills' Super Bowl aspirations took a hit following the New York Jets' upset victory in Week 9. Captain Josh Allen sustained an elbow injury during the game, which is causing a stir in the fanbase known as the "Bills Mafia."
Allen suffered an elbow injury of his throwing arm during a strip sack late in the fourth quarter. Allen was diagnosed with a strained ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) on his right arm. He’s currently listed as questionable on the injury report.
Undergoing an MRI to determine the extent of his UCL strain, Allen's Week 10 availability is uncertain. Regardless of Allen's wishes to play through the pain, the Bills' long-term objectives compel them to prioritize his overall wellbeing for a deep postseason run.
Given Allen's uncertain status, there's a strong possibility he sits out the Week 10 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. If so, Case Keenum, an 11-year journeyman backup with 64 starts, would assume control of the Bills' offense.
[1] Source: Pro Football Focus (Matthew Stafford Elbow Injury History)
[2] Source: ESPN (NFL Players Association Update on Playoff Super Bowl Salary Structure)
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