The New York Jets will be forced to start backup quarterback Zach Wilson in this game, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rush attempts.The Jets are a 3-point underdog in this week's game, likely creating a passing game script.Given the game dynamics and the underlying tendencies of each team, this game is anticipated by the predictive model to see 130.6 total plays run: the 4th-most among all games this week.Opposing offenses have averaged 39.7 pass attempts per game versus the Chargers defense this year: 4th-most in the league.As it relates to safeties in covering pass-catchers, Los Angeles's group of safeties has been awful this year, profiling as the worst in the NFL.
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