Is JK Dobbins playing today? (Injury update, betting impact for Chargers vs. Texans

Los Angeles Chargers running back JK Dobbins returned to action in Week 17 after missing time with a knee injury, but is listed as questionable with an ankle issue ahead of the Chargers’ playoff matchup against the Houston Texans.

Despite the injury, Dobbins is expected to suit up Saturday.

Dobbins played in Week 18, carrying the ball 18 times for 63 yards while passing three times for an additional 12 yards. He played 65 percent of the snaps for Los Angeles in the game.

Overall this season, Dobbins has 905 rushing yards and touchdowns in 13 games, making him the clear No. 1 option in a backfield that includes him and bruiser Gus Edwards.

If Dobbins can play Saturday, he’ll have a tough matchup against a Houston defense that ranks 10th in the NFL in yards per carry allowed (4.3) and ninth in EPA/Rush this season.

Here’s a look at Dobbins’ props in the betting market and how bettors should bet on him in this matchup, if he plays.

Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook.

Based on these support lines, it appears that bettors believe Dobbins will be able to suit up well in this playoff matchup.

The veteran running back has cleared 61.5 rushing yards in six games this season, including his two contests since returning from injured reserve.

While I don’t mind playing with Dobbins’ rushing yards, I think there is more value in his touchdown support.

Houston has allowed 11 rushing touchdowns this season, and Dobbins has found the end zone in more than half of his games in 2024. Since his volume could be limited due to his ankle injury and Edwards is not listed on the report of injuries, I’m betting Dobbins will be used in the red zone on Saturday.

Odds are updated periodically and are subject to change.

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