THE BLITZ projects the New England Patriots as the 5th-least run-oriented team on the slate this week with a 36.2% run rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.THE BLITZ projects this game to have the 4th-least plays run among all games this week at 127.2 plays, accounting for the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.The New England Patriots have run the 4th-least plays in the league this year, averaging a mere 53.9 plays per game.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and better passing effectiveness.Mac Jones's ground effectiveness (3.80 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in football this year (6th percentile among quarterbacks).
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