The New Orleans Saints will be forced to start backup QB Andy Dalton in this week's game, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rush attempts.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.Alvin Kamara has been among the bottom running backs in football at generating extra running yardage, averaging a lowly 2.55 yards-after-contact this year while grading out in the 16th percentile.The Arizona Cardinals safeties grade out as the 2nd-best safety corps in football this year with their run defense.The New Orleans Saints have faced a stacked the box on 23.5% of their plays since the start of last season, 3rd-most in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender close to the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the cost of better passing efficiency.
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