The San Francisco 49ers have played in the most "bad weather" (rain, snow, or 15+ mph wind) games in the league since the start of last season, which ought to mean increased pass volume, reduced running volume, and improved offense results when facing better conditions in this week's contest.The forecast calls for 0-mph wind in this game. Low wind usually means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.Christian McCaffrey has run a route on 71.3% of his team's passing plays since the start of last season, placing him in the 100th percentile among running backs.THE BLITZ projects Christian McCaffrey to earn 6.2 targets in this contest, on average, putting him in the 100th percentile among RBs.Christian McCaffrey has accrued a whopping 7.0 air yards per game since the start of last season: 99th 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).
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