The Colts are a massive 7.5-point favorite in this week's game, likely leading to an extreme rushing game script.The 3rd-smallest volume of plays in the league have been called by the Colts this year (a mere 54.6 per game on average).Opposing offenses teams have been unwilling to lean on the pass against the New York Giants, averaging the 2nd-fewest attempts in the NFL (a mere 29.1 per game) this year.Josh Downs's possession skills have diminished this year, with his Adjusted Completion% shrinking from 72.3% to 69.3%.The New York Giants pass defense has been quite strong when opposing wide receivers have gotten into space, allowing an average of 3.73 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 6th-fewest in football.
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