THE BLITZ projects the Chargers to run the 3rd-most plays on offense on the slate this week with 68.1 plays, accounting for their underlying tendencies and game dynamics.The Los Angeles Chargers have run the 4th-most plays in the NFL this year, totaling a colossal 62.3 plays per game.This game will be played in a dome—which means zero wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.Opposing teams have averaged 35.0 pass attempts per game vs. the Arizona Cardinals defense this year: 10th-most in the NFL.Austin Ekeler has been a big part of his team's pass game near the end zone, posting a Red Zone Target Share of 23.4% this year, which puts him in the 98th percentile among running backs.
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