THE BLITZ projects the Kansas City Chiefs as the least run-heavy team among all teams this week with a 34.6% run rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The Kansas City Chiefs have played in the 2nd-most "bad weather" (rain, snow, or 15+ mph wind) games in the league since the start of last season, which should mean higher pass volume, reduced running volume, and improved pass game effectiveness when facing better conditions in this game.The weather report calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind generally means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.Opposing offenses have rushed for the 2nd-least yards in football (just 89 per game) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense since the start of last season.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers safeties profile as the 2nd-best group of safeties in the NFL since the start of last season when it comes to stopping the run.
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