The Lions are a 6.5-point underdog this week, likely creating a passing game script.THE BLITZ projects the Detroit Lions to be the 7th-least run-heavy offense among all teams this week with a 38.0% run rate, given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and better passing efficiency.THE BLITZ projects Jamaal Williams to be a much smaller part of his team's run game this week (39.6% projected Carry Share) than he has been since the start of last season (50.7% in games he has played).Jamaal Williams has been among the worst running backs in the league at generating extra rushing yardage, averaging a lowly 1.96 yards-after-contact this year while ranking in the 7th percentile.
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