THE BLITZ projects the New England Patriots to be the 6th-least run-heavy team on the slate this week with a 39.4% run rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The New England Patriots have called the least plays in the NFL this year, averaging a lowly 54.3 plays per game.This game will be played in a dome—which means no wind, increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.THE BLITZ projects Mac Jones to notch 3.5 carries in this week's game, on average: the least of all quarterbacks.The New England Patriots have gone up against a stacked the box on 27.7% of their plays since the start of last season, most in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender near the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the cost of better passing efficiency.
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