A throwing game script is implied by the Broncos being a -4.5-point underdog in this game.The passing attacks of both teams (as it relates to both volume and effectiveness) ought to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may decline.When talking about pass-blocking (and the positive effect it has on all pass game stats), the O-line of the Denver Broncos ranks as the 4th-best in the NFL this year.Marvin Mims checks in as one of the best wide receivers in football at grinding out extra yardage, averaging an impressive 6.67 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) this year while ranking in the 85th percentile.The Lions pass defense has exhibited poor efficiency against wideouts this year, surrendering 8.73 adjusted yards-per-target to the position: the 10th-most in the NFL.
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