Based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the Los Angeles Chargers to pass on 52.9% of their downs: the 3rd-lowest clip among all teams this week.The predictive model expects the Chargers to run the 8th-fewest total plays among all teams this week with 62.6 plays, accounting for their underlying traits and game dynamics.Hayden Hurst checks in as one of the worst possession receivers in the NFL among tight ends, catching a mere 57.7% of balls thrown his way (adjusted for context) since the start of last season, grading out in the 2nd percentile.The Steelers pass defense has allowed the 9th-lowest Adjusted Completion% in the league (70.7%) versus TEs since the start of last season (70.7%).As it relates to safeties in covering pass-catchers, Pittsburgh's group of safeties has been great since the start of last season, projecting as the 2nd-best in the NFL.
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