The predictive model expects the Patriots as the 3rd-least pass-centric offense on the slate this week with a 51.1% pass rate, given their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics.With respect to a defense's influence on tempo, at 28.79 seconds per play, the predictive model expects the Patriots as the 10th-slowest in the NFL (context-neutralized) at the moment.Antonio Gibson has been less involved as a potential target this year (26.4% Route% in games he has played) than he did last year (45.5%).The New England O-line grades out as the 4th-worst in the NFL this year in pass protection, which has a harmful effect on all passing offense statistics across the board.Antonio Gibson's pass-catching performance worsened this season, accumulating a measly 1.9 adjusted catches compared to 3.0 last season.
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