The Saints are a 3-point underdog in this week's contest, likely leading to a passing game script.THE BLITZ projects the New Orleans Saints to be the 5th-fastest paced defense in the NFL (in a neutral context) at the moment, causing opposing offenses to average 27.44 seconds per play.This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, higher pass volume, higher TD potential, and increased passing efficiency.Opposing teams have averaged 40.6 pass attempts per game vs. the Cincinnati Bengals defense this year: 5th-most in the league.THE BLITZ projects Marquez Callaway to be much more involved in his team's passing offense near the goal line this week (17.9% projected Red Zone Target Share) than he has been this year (5.0% in games he has played).
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