The New England Patriots will be forced to use backup quarterback Bailey Zappe in this week's game, which typically means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.Opposing offenses have averaged 40.2 pass attempts per game versus the Detroit Lions defense this year: 7th-most in the NFL.THE BLITZ projects Jakobi Meyers to accumulate 7.0 targets in this contest, on average, placing him in the 76th percentile among wideouts.The New England Patriots offensive line ranks as the 5th-best in football this year in protecting the passer, which has a strong impact on all pass attack stats across the board.The Detroit Lions pass defense has allowed the 4th-highest Completion% in the NFL (71.4%) vs. wide receivers this year (71.4%).
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