The Dolphins are a 3.5-point underdog in this week's game, likely leading to a passing game script.Chase Edmonds has put up a monstrous 8.0 air yards per game this year: 93rd percentile among running backs. (That may not sound like a lot, but most RBs have negative air yards because they are targeted behind the line of scrimmage).Chase Edmonds's ability to pick up extra yardage has gotten a boost this year, totaling 9.38 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) vs a measly 6.98 figure last year.The Minnesota Vikings defense has allowed the 6th-most receiving yards per game in the league (46.0) vs. running backs this year.The Minnesota Vikings pass defense has been vulnerable when opposing RBs have gotten into space, surrendering an average of 11.70 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 6th-most in the league.
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