The Baltimore Ravens boast a new play-caller this year in offensive coordinator Todd Monken, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to lean 4.4% more towards passing than it did last year (context-neutralized).The Ravens are a 3.5-point underdog this week, likely creating a passing game script.The weather forecast calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind generally means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing effectiveness.The Baltimore Ravens O-line grades out as the 3rd-best in the NFL since the start of last season in protecting the quarterback, which has a strong effect on all air attack metrics across the board.The Cincinnati Bengals pass defense has shown weak efficiency vs. wide receivers since the start of last season, surrendering 8.80 yards-per-target to the position: the 8th-most in football.
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