The Raiders are a 4-point underdog this week, likely creating a passing game script.Accounting for their underlying traits and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the Raiders to run on 39.1% of their opportunities: the 7th-lowest frequency among all teams this week.The model projects the Raiders to run the 8th-fewest offensive plays among all teams this week with 62.9 plays, accounting for their underlying traits and game dynamics.Still weather conditions (like the 0-mph wind being predicted in this game) usually lead to increased passing effectiveness, higher touchdown potential, higher pass volume, and reduced ground volume.Alexander Mattison has been a much smaller piece of his team's running game this season (37.1% Carry Share in games he has played) than he was last season (51.5%).
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