The Jaguars are a giant 7-point favorite in this game, which points towards an extreme rushing game script.Opposing offenses have averaged 29.9 pass attempts per game vs. the Carolina Panthers defense this year: fewest in the NFL.Evan Engram's talent in picking up extra yardage have worsened this season, accumulating a measly 4.95 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) compared to a 6.00 rate last season.This year, the stout Carolina Panthers defense has yielded a meager 43.0 adjusted receiving yards per game vs. opposing TEs: the 3rd-best in the NFL.When it comes to safeties in pass coverage, Carolina's collection of safeties has been terrific this year, ranking as the 10th-best in the league.
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