At a -3-point disadvantage, the Panthers are underdogs this week, indicating more of a focus on moving the ball through the air than their usual game plan.Accounting for their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the Panthers to run on 38.7% of their plays: the 6th-lowest frequency among all teams this week.The projections expect the Panthers to run the 7th-fewest plays on offense among all teams this week with 62.6 plays, based on their underlying propensities and game dynamics.Calm weather conditions (like the 3-mph wind being projected in this game) generally cause better passing efficiency, higher TD potential, higher air attack volume, and reduced ground volume.When it comes to the linebackers' role in stopping the run, Washington's unit has been tremendous this year, profiling as the 5th-best in football.
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