The Falcons are a giant 10-point underdog in this week's contest, which points towards an extreme passing game script.The Atlanta Falcons have run the 5th-least plays in the league this year, averaging a mere 53.2 plays per game.Opposing squads have rushed for the 6th-least touchdowns in the NFL (0.50 per game) versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense this year.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers safeties grade out as the 2nd-best group of safeties in the NFL this year in regard to stopping the run.The Atlanta Falcons have faced a stacked the box on 17.6% of their plays since the start of last season, 10th-most in the NFL. Bringing an extra defender near the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the cost of better passing efficiency.
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