This game's spread implies an extreme passing game script for the Patriots, who are enormous -9-point underdogs.The weatherman calls for 3-mph wind in this game. Low wind generally means increased pass volume, and lower ground volume, increased TD potential, and increased passing effectiveness.Opposing quarterbacks have passed for the most adjusted yards in the NFL (261.0 per game) against the Cincinnati Bengals defense last year.Last year, the weak Bengals defense has been gouged for the most adjusted yards-per-target in football to opposing teams: a staggering 8.82 yards.The Bengals safeties grade out as the worst safety corps in the NFL last year in covering pass-catchers.
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