THE BLITZ projects the Cincinnati Bengals as the 10th-least run-heavy team in the NFL (in a neutral context) right now with a 36.8% run rate.THE BLITZ projects this game to play at the 11th-slowest pace on the slate this week, averaging 27.26 seconds per play given the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—which means zero wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.Joe Burrow's rushing effectiveness (4.14 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in the NFL since the start of last season (21st percentile among quarterbacks).The Cincinnati Bengals have gone no-huddle on a mere 2.3% of their play-calls outside the two-minute warning since the start of last season (2nd-least in football). This slows the pace, leading to less volume and stat-padding.
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