With a 4.5-point advantage, the Dolphins are favored this week, suggesting more of an emphasis on running than their standard approach.Given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, our trusted projections expect the Miami Dolphins to pass on 52.2% of their opportunities: the 5th-lowest frequency on the slate this week.Our trusted projections expect the Dolphins to call the 4th-fewest plays on offense among all teams this week with 61.8 plays, given their underlying propensities and game dynamics.The Miami O-line profiles as the 8th-worst in the league this year in protecting the QB, which has a negative effect on all passing game statistics across the board.This year, the imposing New England Patriots pass defense has surrendered the 2nd-least yards-after-the-catch in football to opposing running backs: a measly 3.5 YAC.
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