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Monday Night Football betting: A.J. Brown's injury isn't slowing Eagles money against the Falcons

Oct 29, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates with wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) after scoring a touchdown against Washington Commanders during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) celebrates with wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) after scoring a touchdown against Washington Commanders during the second half at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

A.J. Brown won't suit up for Monday night's game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons due to a hamstring injury that popped up in Friday's practice.

However, while his absence should give the Falcons secondary a bit of relief, it doesn't do much to make Kirk Cousins look better. So, it isn't causing bettors a bit of hesitation in regards to picking Philadelphia.

The Eagles are currently 5.5-point favorites at home, and 84% of tickets at BetMGM have them covering. The percentage of money on an Eagles cover is even larger at a whopping 91%.

Even with the temptation of longer odds, Atlanta isn't drawing much interest on the moneyline either.

Only 32% of tickets and 19% of the handle is on Atlanta winning outright. Instead, Atlanta was more popular in the player props market where the most popular bet is for Kyle Pitts to go over 3.5 receptions (-120). The second most-popular bet is for Bijan Robinson to go over 64.5 rushing yards (-115).

Bettors also like DeVonta Smith to step up in Brown's absence and go over 70.5 receiving yards (-115).

As for the total, 63% of bets and 70% of money is on the under.

This article originally appeared on For The Win: Monday Night Football betting: A.J. Brown's injury isn't slowing Eagles money against the Falcons