The Carolina Panthers will have a new play-caller this season in offensive coordinator Thomas Brown, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to tilt 6.5% more towards passing than it did last season (adjusted for context).The Panthers are a 4.5-point underdog in this game, likely leading to a passing game script.The forecast calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind generally means increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and better passing efficiency.Miles Sanders's rushing efficiency has tailed off this year, notching a measly 3.25 yards-per-carry vs a 4.84 rate last year.Miles Sanders has struggled more with grinding out extra running yardage this season, totaling 1.81 yards-after-contact vs a 3.02 rate last season.
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