The Detroit Lions have played in the 2nd-most "low wind" (4-mph or less) games in the NFL since the start of last season, which should lead to lower pass volume, increased running volume, and reduced passing attack efficiency when facing windier conditions in this week's contest.Brock Wright has accrued a paltry 4.0 air yards per game since the start of last season: a lowly 23rd percentile among TEs.The Detroit Lions offensive line grades out as the 5th-worst in football since the start of last season in protecting the QB, which has a negative impact on all passing offense metrics across the board.The Kansas City Chiefs pass defense has surrendered the 10th-lowest Completion% in football (69.4%) versus TEs since the start of last season (69.4%).The Kansas City Chiefs pass defense has performed very well when opposing TEs have gotten into space, conceding an average of 2.87 yards-after-the-catch since the start of last season: the least in the NFL.
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