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This game's spread implies a passing game script for the Saints, who are -5-point underdogs.With a 59.2% rate of throwing the ball near the end zone (in a neutral context) this year, the 7th-most pass-heavy team in the NFL in these situations has been the New Orleans Saints.Based on their underlying strategic approach and game dynamics, the Saints are forecasted by the predictive model to run 66.6 offensive plays in this contest: the 5th-highest number among all teams this week.While Brandin Cooks has earned 2.8% of his offense's red zone targets in games he has played this year, the projections expect him to be much more involved in New Orleans's passing attack near the goal line in this game at 12.1%.Brandin Cooks's 79.6% Adjusted Catch% this year indicates a noteworthy growth in his receiving ability over last year's 52.8% mark.
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