The New Orleans Saints will be forced to start backup QB Andy Dalton in this week's game, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rush attempts.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.Mark Ingram has been a less important option in his offense's running game this season (29.2% Carry Share in games he has been on the field) than he was last season (48.7%).The Arizona Cardinals safeties grade out as the 2nd-best safety corps in football this year with their run defense.The New Orleans Saints have faced a stacked the box on 23.5% of their plays since the start of last season, 3rd-most in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender close to the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the cost of better passing efficiency.
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