The Patriots are an enormous 7.5-point underdog this week, which points towards an extreme passing game script.The projections expect the Patriots to be the 8th-most pass-heavy team in the NFL (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 62.7% pass rate.The weatherman calls for 3-mph wind in this game. Low wind typically means increased pass volume, and reduced run volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.The Patriots O-line profiles as the best in the NFL this year in protecting the QB, which has a strong influence on all passing game stats across the board.With an exceptional 4.94 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) (89th percentile) since the start of last season, DeMario Douglas stands among the top wide receivers in the game in the league in picking up extra yardage.
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