Aaron Rodgers injury: How will it impact Jets, Props, Bettors? All you need to know
New York Jets' 2023 NFL season got off to an uncertain start when their new quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, suffered an injury during the Monday Night Football game against the Bills. In the early moments of the game, Rodgers was slow to get up and eventually had to leave the field, leaving Jets fans and bettors anxious about the impact on the team's performance.
Rodgers' Ankle Injury Sidelines Him
Reports indicate that Rodgers' injury is related to his ankle, and it forced him to sit out for the remainder of the game. X-rays on his ankle thankfully came back negative, but he was seen leaving the Jets' sideline on a cart, indicating the severity of the injury.
Zach Wilson Steps In as Replacement
With Rodgers out, the Jets turned to their backup quarterback, Zach Wilson, to lead the team. Unfortunately, their first drive under Wilson's command ended in a punt, leaving fans wondering how this change would affect the team's performance.
The Impact on the Spread and Total
According to Sean Koerner, the head of predictive analytics at Action Network, the difference between Rodgers and Wilson on the spread is substantial, ranging from 5.5 to 6 points in a typical scenario. In a game where the Jets might rely more on passing, this gap could widen to 6 to 6.5 points. The difference in the total points expected in the game is approximately 2.5 points without Rodgers.
Changes in the Futures Market
In the futures betting market, the Jets' Super Bowl odds shifted dramatically. They initially opened the game with 18-1 odds to win the Super Bowl, but after Rodgers' injury, those odds dropped to 27-1, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding the team's performance without their star quarterback.
Impact on Prop Bets
For those who placed
