The Washington Commanders will be rolling with backup QB Taylor Heinicke this week, which typically means fewer pass attempts and more rushes.This game will be played in a dome—which means no wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.The Houston Texans safeties rank as the worst collection of safeties in football this year in covering pass-catchers.The Washington Commanders O-line has allowed their QB 2.75 seconds before the pass (2nd-best in football since the start of last season), which has a positive effect on all passing attack metrics across the board.The Washington Commanders have utilized play action on 34.1% of their dropbacks since the start of last season (most in the league), tricking the defense into thinking it's a run and leading to much higher passing efficiency.
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