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.Mark Ingram's rushing efficiency (3.42 yards per carry) has been some of the worst in football since the start of last season (4th percentile among running backs).
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