Given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the projections expect the New England Patriots to pass on 54.9% of their opportunities: the 8th-lowest clip on the slate this week.The weather forecast calls for 18-mph wind in this game. High wind usually means lower pass volume (and higher run volume) and worse passing efficiency.The New England Patriots O-line grades out as the 2nd-worst in the NFL this year in protecting the quarterback, which has a harmful influence on all passing attack statistics across the board.Austin Hooper's sure-handedness have declined this season, with his Adjusted Catch Rate falling off from 81.0% to 61.4%.When it comes to safeties in covering receivers, Chicago's collection of safeties has been exceptional this year, profiling as the 4th-best in football.
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