With a 14-point advantage, the 49ers are heavily favored in this week's game, suggesting much more of a focus on running than their typical approach.Based on their underlying play style and matchup dynamics, our trusted projections expect the 49ers to pass on 49.6% of their opportunities: the 4th-lowest clip among all teams this week.The predictive model expects the 49ers to call the 4th-fewest total plays on the slate this week with 63.2 plays, given their underlying tendencies and game dynamics.The lowest number of plays in the NFL have been called by the 49ers this year (a measly 53.1 per game on average).In regards to protecting the quarterback (and the importance it has on all passing attack statistics), the O-line of the 49ers grades out as the 4th-worst in football this year.
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