Is Mike Evans Playing Tonight?
Injury Update, Prop Betting Impact for Buccaneers vs. Chiefs
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans is officially listed as questionable for tonight's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Evans has been dealing with a calf injury that he suffered in Week 1. He missed Week 2's game against the New Orleans Saints, but he returned to practice this week and is expected to play tonight.
Injury Update
Evans was limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday, but he was a full participant in Friday's practice. This is a good sign that he is on track to play tonight. However, his status will need to be monitored up until game time.
Prop Betting Impact
Evans's status has a significant impact on the prop betting market for tonight's game. He is one of the most targeted receivers in the NFL, and his absence would be a major blow to the Buccaneers' passing attack. If Evans does not play, Chris Godwin and Julio Jones would be the primary targets for quarterback Tom Brady.
Evans's prop bets are currently set at 6.5 receptions, 85.5 receiving yards, and 0.5 touchdowns. These numbers are all slightly lower than his season averages, which suggests that the market is pricing in the possibility that he could be limited tonight.
Fantasy Football Impact
Evans is a must-start fantasy football player when he is healthy. However, his status for tonight's game is uncertain, so fantasy owners need to have a backup plan in place. If Evans does not play, Godwin and Jones would be good options to replace him in your lineup.
Conclusion
Mike Evans is expected to play tonight against the Chiefs, but his status is still uncertain. Fantasy owners should monitor his status up until game time. If Evans does not play, Godwin and Jones would be good options to replace him in your lineup.