THE BLITZ projects the Giants to call the least offensive plays among all teams this week with 59.6 plays, given their underlying tendencies and game dynamics.The weather forecast calls for 13-mph wind in this game. High wind typically means reduced pass volume (and increased run volume) and lessened passing effectiveness.The New York Giants offensive line profiles as the worst in football since the start of last season in protecting the passer, which has a harmful effect on all air attack statistics across the board.The San Francisco 49ers pass defense has shown good efficiency versus tight ends since the start of last season, giving up 5.62 yards-per-target to the position: the 3rd-least in the league.The San Francisco 49ers pass defense has performed very well when opposing TEs have gotten into space, surrendering an average of 3.67 yards-after-the-catch since the start of last season: the least in the league.
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