The Patriots are a 3-point favorite in this week's contest, indicating a rushing game script.The New England Patriots have run the 3rd-least plays in football this year, totaling a lowly 53.9 plays per game.The New England Patriots offensive line has afforded their quarterback a mere 2.53 seconds before the pass (9th-worst in football since the start of last season), which has a harmful effect on all passing attack statistics across the board.The Miami Dolphins defensive front has gotten pressure on opposing quarterbacks a measly 2.36 seconds after the snap (on average), grading out as the 3rd-fastest in the league since the start of last season.The New England Patriots have gone no-huddle on just 2.6% of their plays outside the two-minute warning since the start of last season (4th-least in football). This slows down the pace, resulting in less volume and stat production.
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