Is Alvin Kamara Playing Today? (Injury Update, Prop Betting Impact for Saints vs. Chargers)

The latest injury update for New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara in NFL Week 8.

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara. / Matthew Hinton-Imagn Images

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara has been dealing with a broken hand (suffered against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 5) and broken ribs, and he’s listed as questionable for Week 8.

Alvin Kamara said he broke his hand against the Chiefs, but was able to play through it: “Nobody is 100% in this league.”

His ribs are also still broken.

— Matthew Paras (@Matthew_Paras) October 23, 2024

However, barring a setback, Kamara is expected to play against the Los Angeles Chargers after suiting up in each of the Saints’ last two games.

New Orleans needs Kamara to help carry its offense with Derek Carr (doubtful) expected to miss another game. 

After losing five games in a row, can the Saints get back on track?

Here’s how to wager on Kamara in the prop market in NFL Week 8. 

Alvin Kamara Prop Bets for Week 8 vs. Chargers

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

• Rush Attempts: 13.5 (Over -105/Under -125)
• Rushing Yards: 54.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
• Receptions: 4.5 (Over -105/Under -125)
• Receiving Yards: 28.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
• Anytime TD: +130

With Spencer Rattler under center, Alvin Kamara is a must bet in his receptions prop.

In the last two games with Rattler under center, Kamara has eight targets (five catches) and seven targets (six catches).

He has cleared 4.5 receptions in five of his seven games this season, and he’s already been targeted 43 times (an average of over six targets per game). 

With the Saints likely trailing again in this game, Kamara should be heavily involved in the passing attack in Week 8.

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