The Seahawks are a 5.5-point underdog in this week's contest, indicating a passing game script.THE BLITZ projects the Seattle Seahawks to be the 4th-least run-oriented offense among all teams this week with a 36.5% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The Seattle Seahawks have called the 5th-least plays in football this year, averaging just 53.2 plays per game.This game will be played in a dome—which means no wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.Geno Smith has been among the bottom quarterbacks in the NFL at grinding out extra running yardage, averaging a measly 0.29 yards-after-contact this year while checking in at the 14th percentile.
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