Based on their underlying play style and matchup dynamics, the projections expect the Pittsburgh Steelers to pass on 49.8% of their opportunities: the 2nd-lowest clip on the slate this week.Opposing offenses teams have been reluctant to pass too much against the Raiders, averaging the 8th-fewest attempts in the league (a lowly 30.8 per game) this year.After averaging 89.0 air yards per game last year, George Pickens has significantly declined this year, currently pacing 82.0 per game.George Pickens's ability to generate extra yardage has declined this season, notching a mere 1.74 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) vs a 5.94 mark last season.This year, the daunting Raiders pass defense has surrendered the 10th-least yards-after-the-catch in the league to opposing WRs: a feeble 3.7 YAC.
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