The Jets have a new play-caller this season in offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, and our trusted projections expect their pass/run mix to skew 1.1% more towards rushing than it did last season (in a neutral context).Right now, the 5th-slowest paced team in football (context-neutralized) according to the predictive model is the New York Jets.With a RATE1-RATE2 point reduction in WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—an advanced stat that quantifies high-value offensive usage) from last year to this one, Allen Lazard has been utilized much less in his offense's passing game.Allen Lazard's receiving skills have declined this season, averaging just 2.6 adjusted catches compared to 4.2 last season.This year, the tough Philadelphia Eagles defense has allowed a measly 59.4% Adjusted Completion Rate to opposing wideouts: the 6th-best rate in the league.
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