This week's spread suggests a running game script for the Falcons, who are favored by 3 points.The Atlanta Falcons have run the 3rd-fewest plays in the league this year, averaging just 50.2 plays per game.When it comes to pass-blocking (and the importance it has on all passing attack stats), the offensive line of the Falcons ranks as the 5th-worst in football this year.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers pass defense has displayed good efficiency against wideouts this year, giving up 5.92 adjusted yards-per-target to the position: the 2nd-fewest in football.The Buccaneers pass defense has been quite strong when opposing wideouts have gotten into space, allowing an average of 2.87 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 4th-fewest in the league.
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