The weather forecast calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind usually means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.Opposing teams have averaged 37.8 pass attempts per game vs. the Arizona Cardinals defense this year: 7th-most in football.The San Francisco 49ers offensive line ranks as the 8th-best in football this year in protecting the quarterback, which has a positive effect on all passing game stats across the board.Jauan Jennings's skills in generating extra yardage have gotten a boost this season, accumulating 8.17 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) compared to a measly 2.71 figure last season.The Arizona Cardinals pass defense has struggled when opposing wideouts have gotten into space, conceding an average of 5.38 yards-after-the-catch this year: the most in the league.
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