THE BLITZ projects the Dallas Cowboys to be the 2nd-least pass-heavy team on the slate this week with a 57.1% pass rate, given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The Dallas Cowboys have played in the 2nd-most "low wind" (4-mph or less) games in the NFL since the start of last season, which ought to result in lower pass volume, increased running volume, and reduced offense efficiency when facing windier conditions this week.The New York Giants pass defense has exhibited good efficiency versus wideouts since the start of last season, allowing 7.74 yards-per-target to the position: the 9th-least in the NFL.The New York Giants pass defense has been quite strong when opposing wide receivers have gotten into space, yielding an average of 4.02 yards-after-the-catch since the start of last season: the 6th-least in football.The New York Giants cornerbacks rank as the 5th-best group of CBs in the league since the start of last season in covering receivers.
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