The Jets are a 6.5-point favorite in this game, likely creating a rushing game script.THE BLITZ projects the New York Jets as the 7th-most run-heavy team in football near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 46.4% red zone run rate.Opposing teams have rushed for the most touchdowns in the NFL (1.64 per game) vs. the Chicago Bears defense this year.The Chicago Bears defensive ends grade out as the worst collection of DEs in the league this year with their run defense.The New York Jets have been faced with a stacked the box on a mere 13.6% of their plays since the start of last season, 9th-least in football. Positioning an extra defender near the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the expense of better passing efficiency.
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