This week's line indicates a rushing game script for the Patriots, who are favored by 4.5 points.Given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the New England Patriots to pass on 53.8% of their plays: the 7th-lowest rate among all teams this week.The Patriots O-line ranks as the 10th-worst in the NFL this year in protecting the quarterback, which has a harmful effect on all air attack statistics across the board.Hunter Henry's sure-handedness have worsened this season, with his Adjusted Completion Rate shrinking from 72.5% to 65.9%.The Giants pass defense has conceded the lowest Adjusted Completion% in football (62.3%) versus TEs this year (62.3%).
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