THE BLITZ projects the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the most pass-centric team on the slate this week with a 66.4% pass rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have called the most plays in the league this year, totaling a colossal 64.5 plays per game.The forecast calls for 2-mph wind in this game. Low wind usually means higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers O-line profiles as the 3rd-best in football this year in pass protection, which has a strong effect on all passing game metrics across the board.The Carolina Panthers pass defense has allowed the 7th-highest Completion% in the league (76.8%) vs. TEs this year (76.8%).
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