The leading projections forecast the Atlanta Falcons to be the 4th-most run-heavy offense in the NFL (adjusted for context) right now with a 44.1% run rate.Based on the game dynamics and the underlying play styles of each team, this game is anticipated by the projection model to have 137.0 total plays called: the highest number out of all the games this week.The Falcons have run the 4th-most plays in the league this year, averaging a massive 61.9 plays per game.As it relates to run-blocking (and the importance it has on all ground game stats), the O-line of the Falcons profiles as the 2nd-best in football last year.Desmond Ridder's running efficiency has gotten a boost this year, notching 6.03 adjusted yards-per-carry compared to a measly 4.10 rate last year.
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