Covering the Spread: NFL Week 14 Betting Preview

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy suffered a torn UCL injury in the team's NFC Championship game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Purdy was unfortunately knocked out of Sunday's game against the Eagles after suffering an elbow injury, and while the surprise breakout rookie did his best to return to the game, he was ultimately only able to play a single snap after the injury. Further testing today revealed that Purdy suffered a UCL injury, and according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the rookie quarterback is now expected to miss sixth months. The 49ers will have many interesting decisions to make regarding their quarterback position this offseason, with this injury only further complicating the matter.

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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has cleared the NFL's concussion protocols. Tagovailoa had been in protocol since suffering his second concussion of the season in Week 16 versus the Green Bay Packers. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Dolphins are confident Tagovailoa will be 100 percent for next season. Tagovailoa led the league in multiple categories in his third season, including yards per attempt (8.9) and passing touchdown rate (6.3%). The No. 5 overall pick from the 2020 draft will celebrate his 25th birthday in March.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report. Toney, JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee), and Mecole Hardman (pelvis) were all listed as non-participants for the Chiefs' first Super Bowl practice. Toney only played four offensive snaps in the AFC Championship Game before leaving with an ankle injury. All three wideouts have more than a week to get ready, but as of now, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Justin Watson, and Skyy Moore are the Chiefs' top receivers.

It’s the sound of hearts breaking across Philadelphia and the state of Pennsylvania… and let’s be honest, everywhere else in the country, too. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts made a very rare public appearance with his girlfriend Bryonna “Bry” Burrows after the NFC Championship game this past Sunday, which is a surprise to many fans, as he is extremely private about his life outside of football.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman (pelvis) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report. Hardman, JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee), and Kadarius Toney (ankle), and Mecole Hardman (pelvis) were all listed as non-participants for the Chiefs' first Super Bowl practice. Hardman played for the first time since Week 9 in the AFC Championship Game versus the Cincinnati Bengals, but he only was able to log 15 offensive snaps before leaving. At the moment, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Justin Watson, and Skyy Moore are the Chiefs' primary receivers as they prepare to battle the Philadelphia Eagles on February 12.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Thursday's contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. Antetokounmpo is expected to suit up at home after the Milwaukee superstar was designated as probable. In 33.4 expected minutes, numberFire's models project Antetokounmpo to score 54.6 FanDuel points. Antetokounmpo's projection includes 28.1 points,...

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New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado is not starting in Tuesday's game versus the Denver Nuggets. Alvarado will return to his previous second unit role after C.J. McCollum was announced as Tuesday's starter. In 24.1 expected minutes, numberFIre's models project Alvarado to score 22.8 FanDuel points. Alvarado's Tuesday projection includes...

Chicago Bulls forward Derrick Jones Jr. (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. Jones has been upgraded from probable to available and will play against the Clippers on Tuesday. Our models expect him to play 20.0 minutes against Los Angeles. Jones' Tuesday projection includes 7.0 points,...

Los Angeles Clippers forward Marcus Morris (rib) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Morris continues to deal with a rib injury and is questionable for Thursday's clash with the Bucks. If he is available, our models expect him to play 29.5 minutes against Milwaukee. Morris' Thursday projection...

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (foot) is in the starting lineup on Wednesday versus the Orlando Magic. Embiid has been upgraded from questionable and is ready to roll. He posted 30 points with 11 boards and 5 assists in his previous matchup with the Magic this season. Embiid has the...

Brooklyn Nets forward T.J. Warren (shin) has been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Warren continues to deal with a shin injury and will remain sidelined for Wednesday's clash with Boston. His next chance to play will come against the Washington Wizards on Saturday. Warren is averaging...

Indiana Pacers forward Daniel Theis (knee) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Theis is officially listed as questionable to make his Pacers debut on Thursday after missing the first half of the season with a knee injury. The Pacers have an implied win probability of 52.9%...

Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. Gordon is dealing with a left ankle sprain and is questionable to face the Warriors on Thursday. If he is available, our models expect him to play 30.8 minutes against Golden State. Gordon's Thursday...

Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (knee) is starting in Tuesday's contest versus the Chicago Bulls. After sitting out on Sunday with right knee soreness, George will make his return in Chicago. In 35.4 expected minutes against a Bulls' team ranked 13th in defensive rating, numberFire's models project George to score 43.3 FanDuel points.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Patrick Beverley (knee) is probable for Thursday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Beverley is dealing with left knee soreness and is probable for Thursday's clash with the Pacers. Our models expect him to play 23.8 minutes against Indiana. Beverley's Thursday projection includes 7.6 points, 3.4 rebounds,...

Miami Heat guard Victor Oladipo (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful for Thursday against the New York Knicks. Oladipo was initially listed as questionable, but it now looks like he will miss his first game since December 30. His next chance to play will be on Saturday versus the Milwaukee Bucks. Max Strus, Haywood Highsmith, and Gabe Vincent will have more minutes available from the bench on Thursday.

Brooklyn Nets forward Yuta Watanabe (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Boston Celtics. Watanabe will suit up on Wednesday night after the Nets' forward was listed as probable. In In 20.8 expected minutes, our models project Watanabe to score 16.8 FanDuel points. Watanabe's Wednesday projection includes 7.8 points,...