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The Steelers are a 3-point underdog in this week's contest, likely creating a passing game script.Accounting for their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Pittsburgh Steelers to pass on 61.3% of their opportunities: the 5th-highest frequency among all teams this week.Calm weather conditions (like the 0-mph wind being predicted in this game) typically lead to better passing effectiveness, increased touchdown potential, increased pass volume, and lower ground volume.DK Metcalf has run a route on 93.0% of his team's dropbacks this year, putting him in the 88th percentile when it comes to WRs.The model projects DK Metcalf to accrue 7.3 targets this week, on balance, ranking him in the 81st percentile among wideouts.
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