This week's spread implies a running game script for the Ravens, who are favored by 4.5 points.Accounting for their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Baltimore Ravens to pass on 48.7% of their plays: the lowest frequency among all teams this week.With a subpar 0.0 adjusted receiving yards per game (2nd percentile) this year, Gus Edwards places among the weakest RB receiving threats in football.The Pittsburgh Steelers pass defense has yielded the 2nd-lowest Adjusted Completion% in football (73.9%) to RBs since the start of last season (73.9%).As it relates to linebackers getting after the quarterback, Pittsburgh's unit has been tremendous this year, profiling as the 2nd-best in the NFL.
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