Windy weather conditions (like the 13-mph being predicted in this game) usually lead to decreased passing effectiveness, lower pass volume, and higher run volume.Opposing quarterbacks teams have been disinclined to pass too much against the Buffalo Bills, averaging the 5th-fewest attempts in the league (a measly 31.7 per game) this year.The New England Patriots O-line ranks as the 7th-worst in the NFL this year in protecting the quarterback, which has a harmful impact on all pass attack statistics across the board.The Bills defense has surrendered the fewest passing TDs in the NFL: 0.67 per game this year.As it relates to cornerbacks in defending pass-catchers, Buffalo's CB corps has been outstanding this year, projecting as the 6th-best in the league.
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