THE BLITZ projects this game to have the lowest volume of plays run on the slate this week at 133.5 plays, accounting for the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.The Arizona Cardinals have called the 2nd-most plays in the NFL this year, averaging a colossal 63.2 plays per game.This game will be played in a dome—which means no wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.Opposing quarterbacks have averaged 36.7 pass attempts per game against the New England Patriots defense this year: 9th-most in football.THE BLITZ projects DeAndre Hopkins to be a more integral piece of his team's passing game near the goal line this week (27.7% projected Red Zone Target Share) than he has been this year (20.0% in games he has played).
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