THE BLITZ projects the Los Angeles Rams as the 4th-least run-heavy offense among all teams this week with a 36.5% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The weather forecast calls for 0-mph wind in this game. Low wind usually means increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.Cam Akers's running efficiency (3.38 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in the league this year (17th percentile among running backs).Cam Akers has been among the weakest RBs in the league at generating extra ground yardage, averaging a lowly 2.55 yards-after-contact this year while checking in at the 21st percentile.The Los Angeles Rams have risked going for it on 4th down a measly 14.7% of the time since the start of last season (4th-least in football), which typically means less offensive volume, less touchdown potential, and lower offensive stats across the board.
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