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Is Keenan Allen Playing Today? (Injury Update, Betting Impact for Vikings vs. Bears)

The latest injury update for Chicago Bears receiver Keenan Allen in Week 12 against the Minnesota Vikings.

Peter Dewey

Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen could clear 40 receiving yards for the fourth time in six games on Sunday.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen could clear 40 receiving yards for the fourth time in six games on Sunday. / Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears wide receiver Keenan Allen was added to the injury report this week with an ankle injury and is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Despite the questionable tag, Allen expects to suit up in this matchup. The veteran receiver missed time earlier this season with an injury, but he’s played in each of the team’s last seven games.

On the season, Allen has just 30 catches on 56 targets for 282 yards and two touchdowns. Chicago’s offense has struggled at times, and Allen has yet to top 50 receiving yards in a single game in 2024.

Does that change against a tough Minnesota defense on Sunday?

Here’s a breakdown of Allen’s prop bets – including how to wager on him – in Week 12. 

Best Keenan Allen Prop Bets for Week 12 vs. Vikings

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

  • Receptions: 4.5 (Over +126/Under -165)
  • Receiving Yards: 37.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
  • Anytime TD: +340

Both of Allen’s touchdowns came in the same game, and he’s only cleared 4.5 receptions in two of his eight appearances in the 2024 campaign.

So, both of those props are tough sells for any bettors against a Vikings defense that ranks sixth in the NFL in EPA/Pass. 

If you are looking to bet on Allen, his receiving yards OVER may be the safest pick. Allen has 38 or more receiving yards in four of his last five games, putting up 41 or more in three of them. 

There isn’t a huge discrepancy, but Allen is commanding seven targets per game and averaging just under four receptions. He should be in the mix to clear this prop – especially if the Bears fall behind and lean on their passing game in the second half.

Odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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Peter Dewey
PETER DEWEY

Peter is a senior editor for Sports Illustrated Betting. He has worked as a writer and editor for BetSided, NBC Sports, the Connecticut Sun and the Meriden Record-Journal covering the NBA, WNBA, NFL, MLB, and more. A New York City resident, he is a hoops fanatic with a soft spot for his New York Knicks.

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