This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.K.J. Osborn grades out in the 86th percentile among wide receivers when it comes to catching touchdowns since the start of last season, averaging a terrific 0.37 per game.The Detroit Lions safeties rank as the 3rd-worst unit in the NFL since the start of last season in covering pass-catchers.The Detroit Lions pass rush has gotten pressure on opposing quarterbacks 2.53 seconds after the snap (on average), grading out as the 6th-slowest in the league since the start of last season.The Minnesota Vikings have been faced with a stacked the box on 20.3% of their plays since the start of last season, 5th-most in football. Positioning an extra defender close to the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the expense of better passing efficiency.
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