The Lions are a 5.5-point underdog this week, which points towards a passing game script.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.D.J. Chark has accounted for a whopping 26.3% of his team's air yards since the start of last season: 83rd percentile among wide receivers.D.J. Chark's 40.2 WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—a volume stat that measures high-value offensive involvement) ranks among the best in the league: 78th percentile for WRs.The Detroit Lions have gone for it on 4th down 27.9% of the time since the start of last season (most in the NFL), which usually means more offensive volume, more TD potential, and higher offensive statistics across the board.
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