The New Orleans Saints will be forced to start backup quarterback Andy Dalton in this contest, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushes.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.The Los Angeles Rams pass defense has yielded the 6th-highest Completion% in football (69.5%) vs. wideouts this year (69.5%).The New Orleans Saints O-line has allowed their quarterback 2.74 seconds before the pass (3rd-best in the league since the start of last season), which has a strong effect on all passing attack statistics across the board.The New Orleans Saints have gone up against a stacked the box on 23.5% of their plays since the start of last season, 3rd-most in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender close to the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the expense of better passing efficiency.
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