Still weather conditions (like the 3-mph wind being projected in this game) typically cause increased passing effectiveness, increased TD potential, increased air attack volume, and reduced rush volume.When talking about air yards, James Cook ranks in the towering 86th percentile among RBs this year, totaling a colossal 2.0 per game. (because they are often targeted behind the line of scrimmage, that is far more notable than it sounds since most RBs average negative air yards).James Cook slots into the 79th percentile when it comes to running back WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—an advanced stat that weighs high-value offensive involvement) with a superb 14.6 mark this year.The Buffalo O-line ranks as the 7th-best in the league this year in protecting the passer, which has a positive effect on all passing attack metrics across the board.As it relates to linebackers in pass coverage, New England's unit has been terrible this year, profiling as the 6th-worst in the NFL.
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