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The Steelers may pass less this week (and call more rushes) as a result of being be forced to utilize backup quarterback Mason Rudolph.The predictive model expects the Steelers to call the 8th-most offensive plays on the slate this week with 65.1 plays, based on their underlying play style and game dynamics.The model projects Kenneth Gainwell to earn 4.5 targets in this week's contest, on average, putting him in the 93rd percentile when it comes to running backs.Kenneth Gainwell has been much more involved in his offense's passing game this season (14.3% Target Share in games he has been on the field) than he was last season (5.0%).Kenneth Gainwell's 3.3 adjusted receptions per game this year illustrates a meaningful boost in his pass-catching proficiency over last year's 1.0 figure.
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