The New England Patriots will be rolling out backup QB Brian Hoyer this week, which typically means fewer pass attempts and more rushes.The Patriots are a huge 9.5-point underdog in this week's game, likely leading to an extreme passing game script.Jonnu Smith has been among the top tight ends in football at generating extra yardage, averaging a stellar 7.97 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) since the start of last season while grading out in the 100th percentile.The Green Bay Packers pass defense has conceded the 7th-highest Completion% in football (75.3%) vs. TEs since the start of last season (75.3%).The Green Bay Packers defense has gotten pressure on opposing quarterbacks 2.52 seconds after the snap (on average), grading out as the 8th-most sluggish in the league since the start of last season.
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