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The San Francisco 49ers will be forced to utilize backup QB Mac Jones in this contest, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushes.At a -3-point disadvantage, the 49ers are underdogs in this week's contest, suggesting more of a focus on throwing than their normal game plan.Accounting for their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the model projects the 49ers to run on 39.4% of their opportunities: the 7th-lowest clip among all teams this week.The passing games of both teams (including both volume and efficiency) ought to benefit from the still "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while run volume may slide.When it comes to the safeties' role in defending against the run, Houston's safety corps has been terrific this year, ranking as the 3rd-best in the NFL.
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