Given their underlying tendencies and game dynamics, the Lions are expected by the predictive model to run just 62.4 total plays in this contest: the 3rd-fewest on the slate this week.This year, the formidable Chicago Bears run defense has allowed a puny 81.0 adjusted rushing yards per game to opposing teams: the 2nd-fewest in the NFL.As it relates to the linebackers' role in defending against the run, Chicago's unit has been outstanding this year, profiling as the 6th-best in football.
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