THE BLITZ projects the Los Angeles Chargers to be the 5th-least run-oriented offense among all teams this week with a 37.3% run rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.This game will be played in a dome—which means zero wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.The Los Angeles Chargers O-line profiles as the 7th-worst in the league since the start of last season at opening holes for runners.Justin Herbert's rushing efficiency (3.77 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in the NFL since the start of last season (12th percentile among QBs).Justin Herbert has been among the worst QBs in football at picking up extra ground yardage, averaging a lowly 0.70 yards-after-contact since the start of last season while grading out in the 14th percentile.
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