The Texans are a massive 7.5-point underdog this week, which points towards an extreme passing game script.This game will be played in a dome—meaning zero wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.THE BLITZ projects Nico Collins to be a more important option in his offense's pass game near the goal line this week (23.6% projected Red Zone Target Share) than he has been this year (17.6% in games he has played).Nico Collins has accumulated quite a few more air yards this season (66.0 per game) than he did last season (49.0 per game).Nico Collins's 46.6 WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—a volume statistic that measures high-value offensive involvement) has been significantly higher this season than it was last season at 34.7.
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