The Patriots rank as the 7th-least run-heavy offense in the league (in a neutral context) since the start of last season with a 31.4% run rate.The New England Patriots have run the 6th-least plays in the NFL since the start of last season, totaling a measly 55.0 plays per game.The forecast calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind typically means higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.THE BLITZ projects Ezekiel Elliott to be a much smaller piece of his offense's rushing attack this week (33.9% projected Carry Share) than he has been since the start of last season (50.0% in games he has played).Ezekiel Elliott's rushing efficiency (3.97 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in the league since the start of last season (24th percentile among running backs).
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