The Lions are a 3.5-point favorite this week, which points towards a rushing game script.D.J. Chark has been among the least sure-handed receivers in the NFL, hauling in just 37.1% of passes thrown his way this year, checking in at the 2nd percentile among WRsThe Seattle Seahawks defense has surrendered the 2nd-least touchdowns through the air in the league to wideouts: 0.60 per game since the start of last season.The Detroit Lions offensive line has given their quarterback a measly 2.53 seconds before the pass (9th-worst in the NFL since the start of last season), which has a harmful effect on all passing offense metrics across the board.The Detroit Lions have utilized play action on a lowly 22.0% of their passing plays since the start of last season (6th-least in the NFL), making the offense more predictable and lowering passing effectiveness.
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