The New Orleans Saints will be forced to utilize backup QB Andy Dalton in this game, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.THE BLITZ projects the New Orleans Saints as the 9th-quickest paced defense in the NFL (adjusted for context) right now, causing opposing offenses to average 27.79 seconds per play.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.Juwan Johnson has been less involved as a potential pass-catcher this season (70.2% Route% in games he has been on the field) than he did last season (34.8%).THE BLITZ projects Juwan Johnson to earn 4.2 targets this week, on average, ranking in the 77th percentile among tight ends.
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