At a -6-point disadvantage, the Patriots are underdogs this week, implying more of an emphasis on passing than their standard game plan.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and increased passing effectiveness.Austin Hooper's 23.8 WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—an advanced statistic that quantifies high-value offensive involvement) has been significantly higher this year than it was last year at 9.9.As it relates to linebackers in covering pass-catchers, Arizona's group of LBs has been lousy this year, ranking as the 3rd-worst in the league.
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