Based on their underlying propensities and game dynamics, the Cincinnati Bengals are anticipated by the model to run just 61.5 total plays in this contest: the 3rd-lowest number among all teams this week.The 2nd-smallest volume of plays in the NFL have been called by the Bengals this year (just 48.2 per game on average).Opposing teams teams have been unwilling to lean on the pass against the Detroit Lions, totaling the 9th-fewest attempts in the NFL (just 29.8 per game) this year.Our trusted projections expect Mike Gesicki to be a much smaller piece of his offense's pass attack near the end zone in this contest (11.0% projected Red Zone Target Share) than he has been this year (21.4% in games he has played).After averaging 38.0 air yards per game last season, Mike Gesicki has produced significantly less this season, now pacing 24.0 per game.
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