Is Alexander Mattison Playing Today? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Broncos vs. Raiders)

The latest injury update for Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison in Week 12 against the Denver Broncos.

Which Raiders running back should bettors target with running back Alexander Mattison listed as doubtful? / Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison is listed as doubtful for Week 12 against the Denver Broncos with an ankle injury.

On top of that, his counterpart Zamir White is also listed as doubtful for this game with a quad injury.

Alexander Mattison (ankle), Zamir White (quad) listed doubtful for Week 12.

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These are major blows for a Raiders offense that is already one of the worst in the NFL this season, ranking 29th in yards per play and 32nd in EPA/Play. 

If Mattison and White are both unable to go, veteran running back Ameer Abdullah reportedly would get the start in their place against a Denver defense that is allowing the fewest yards per play in the league this season. 

Ameer Abdullah would start if Mattison and Zamir White are ruled out Week 12. https://t.co/4bQn0UhfH3

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Abdullah may be a popular player to consider in the prop market – or in fantasy – but will he really thrive against his Denver defense? 

Here’s a breakdown of his prop bets with the Raiders likely down their top two runners in Week 12. 

Best Ameer Abdullah Prop Bets for Week 12 vs. Broncos

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

• Rushing Yards: 35.5 (Over -105/Under -125)
• Receiving Yards: 17.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
• Anytime TD: +170

Abdullah has primarily been a receiver in the 2024 season, catching 17 of 20 targets for 76 yards and one score.

He only has 17 carries on the season, turning them to 82 yards. He did play a big role against Denver earlier this season, carrying the ball five times for 42 yards and picking up three catches for nine yards. 

It’s hard to bet on anyone against this Denver defense, but Abdullah may have a chance to hit the OVER on his rushing or receiving yards simply because he’ll be the featured back in Week 12.

If anything, I’d lean with him in the passing game, as he’s usually had a bigger role there even when Mattison and White are healthy. The Raiders may go by committee on the ground in Week 12.

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