The Jaguars are a 3-point favorite this week, indicating a rushing game script.The weather report calls for 14-mph wind in this game. High wind generally means lower pass volume (and increased run volume) and worse passing effectiveness.Opposing teams have averaged 32.2 pass attempts per game versus the New York Giants defense this year: 5th-least in football.Evan Engram ranks in the 1st percentile among TEs as it relates to catching touchdowns this year, averaging just 0.00 per game.The Jacksonville Jaguars have faced a stacked the box on just 11.1% of their plays since the start of last season, 3rd-least in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender near the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the cost of better passing efficiency.
|