The Cardinals may rely on the pass game less in this contest (and hand the ball off more) because they be forced to use backup QB Jacoby Brissett.This week's line suggests a passing game script for the Cardinals, who are -6.5-point underdogs.The projections expect the Cardinals to be the least run-heavy team among all teams this week with a 36.5% run rate, given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying play styles of each team, this game is anticipated by the model to see only 125.7 total plays called: the 4th-fewest on the slate this week.The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (i.e. zero wind) inside this dome, while run volume may drop.
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