Are you ready for some Thursday Night Football action in Week 2 of the 2023 NFL season? We sure are! And what better way to enhance your game day experience than by diving into some exciting player prop bets? Player props can not only add an extra layer of thrill to the game but also provide valuable insights for daily fantasy football on FanDuel. So, let’s get right into it.
A.J. Brown Any Time Touchdown (+110)
Thursday Night Football kicks off with the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Minnesota Vikings. The Eagles are coming in as 7.0-point favorites, and the over/under is set at 49.5 points. Now, let’s talk about A.J. Brown and his quest to find the endzone in Week 2.
In Week 1, Brown had an impressive performance with 10 targets, 7 receptions, and 79 yards. It’s safe to say he’s off to a strong start this season. He played on 90.2% of snaps, ran a route on 91.7% of dropbacks, had a 33.3% target share, 61.4% air yards share, and an average depth of target (aDOT) of 17.8.
While it’s just one game, these stats are in line with what he achieved last season, with an 85.1% snap rate, 92.1% route participation, 29.0% target share, 41.7% air yards share, and a 12.2 aDOT.
But here’s the catch: Brown didn’t find the endzone in Week 1. However, facing the Vikings’ defense might change that. They allowed 135 receiving yards to wide receivers in Week 1 and ranked 25th in secondary performance, according to PFF.
With Brown’s pivotal role in the Eagles’ offense and a favorable matchup, this might be the week he finally scores.
T.J. Hockenson Over 49.5 Receiving Yards (-114)
The Vikings are 7.0-point underdogs in this matchup, which suggests they might heavily rely on their passing game to stay competitive. In Week 1, they had a pass play percentage of 73.02%, the second-highest in the league. This aligns with their 2022 season, where they ranked third in pass play percentage at 64.38%. If they can’t establish the running game, expect them to air it out frequently.
This brings us to T.J. Hockenson, the talented tight end for the Vikings. Hockenson enjoyed a 20.5% target share in Week 1, playing on 74.6% of snaps and running a route on 78.3% of dropbacks.
While the Eagles’ defense is formidable, they did struggle a bit against tight ends in Week 1, allowing 92 receiving yards. Last year, the Eagles allowed 801 receiving yards to opposing tight ends, averaging 47.1 yards per game.
With the Vikings likely playing from behind, Hockenson is poised for a significant role in the passing game, making the over on his receiving yards an intriguing bet.
Alexander Mattison Under 49.5 Rushing Yards (-114)
Now, let’s shift our focus to the Vikings’ running game, specifically Alexander Mattison. The under on his rushing yards (49.5) is worth considering, and here’s why.
The game script suggests that the Vikings, as 7.0-point underdogs, may not have the luxury of running the ball extensively. Even though Mattison is the primary back for the Vikings, his Week 1 performance was underwhelming, with just 34 rushing yards on 11 carries (3.1 yards per attempt).
Adding to the challenge, the Eagles’ defense was solid against running backs last season, allowing only 1,500 rushing yards. In Week 1, they continued their stingy ways, conceding just 54 rushing yards to the Patriots’ running backs (2.8 yards per attempt).
Considering the Vikings’ play-calling tendencies, the expected game script, and the Eagles’ stout defense, it appears unlikely that Mattison will have a big rushing game. Betting on the under for his rushing yards could be a wise choice.
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