THE BLITZ projects the New Orleans Saints to be the 8th-least run-heavy team on the slate this week with a 37.2% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The New Orleans Saints have run the 6th-least plays in the NFL since the start of last season, totaling a lowly 60.6 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 New Orleans Saints O-line grades out as the 5th-worst in the league since the start of last season in run blocking.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers safeties rank as the 2nd-best unit in the NFL since the start of last season in regard to stopping the run.
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