With a 4-point advantage, the Falcons are favored in this game, implying more of an emphasis on rushing than their typical approach.Based on their underlying traits and matchup dynamics, our trusted projections expect the Falcons to pass on 55.7% of their opportunities: the 10th-lowest clip on the slate this week.Kyle Pitts ranks as one of the weakest TEs in football at picking up extra yardage, averaging just 2.44 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) since the start of last season while checking in at the 4th percentile.Since the start of last season, the tough Saints defense has given up a measly 71.3% Adjusted Completion Rate to opposing tight ends: the 9th-lowest rate in the NFL.As it relates to linebackers in covering pass-catchers, New Orleans's unit has been tremendous since the start of last season, grading out as the 6th-best in the league.
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