The leading projections forecast the Bengals to call the 8th-fewest total plays on the slate this week with 63.4 plays, based on their underlying play style and game dynamics.The Bengals have called the 2nd-fewest plays in the league this year, averaging a mere 48.8 plays per game.Windy weather conditions (like the 12-mph being forecasted in this game) typically correlate with decreased passing effectiveness, lower air volume, and increased ground volume.Drew Sample has notched a puny 1.0 air yards per game this year: a lowly 22nd percentile when it comes to tight ends.In regards to pass protection (and the influence it has on all passing game metrics), the O-line of the Cincinnati Bengals grades out as the 5th-worst in football this year.
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