THE BLITZ projects this game to have the highest volume of plays run on the slate this week at 135.5 plays, given the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.Ezekiel Elliott's talent in grinding out extra yardage have gotten a boost this season, accumulating 9.71 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) vs just 6.02 rate last season.The New York Giants pass defense has shown weak efficiency versus RBs this year, yielding 6.93 yards-per-target to the position: the 5th-most in football.The New York Giants pass defense has struggled when opposing RBs have gotten into space, allowing an average of 9.12 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 5th-most in football.
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