THE BLITZ projects the Chicago Bears to be the 2nd-most run-heavy team in the NFL near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 49.3% red zone run rate.The Chicago Bears offensive line ranks as the 10th-best in the NFL this year at blocking for the run game.Khalil Herbert has rushed for 0.75 touchdowns per game on the ground this year (on average), one of the biggest figures in the NFL among RBs (98th percentile).Opposing squads have rushed for the 2nd-most touchdowns in the league (1.75 per game) against the Minnesota Vikings defense this year.The Chicago Bears have faced a stacked the box on a measly 14.2% of their plays since the start of last season, 10th-least in the league. Keeping an extra defender near the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the expense of better passing efficiency.
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