|
The Steelers may pass less this week (and call more rushes) as a result of being be forced to utilize backup quarterback Mason Rudolph.The predictive model expects the Steelers to call the 8th-most offensive plays on the slate this week with 65.1 plays, based on their underlying play style and game dynamics.With a stellar 8.8 adjusted yards per target (77th percentile) this year, Pat Freiermuth has been among the top TEs in the pass game in football.This year, the feeble Bears defense has been gouged for a monstrous 63.0 adjusted receiving yards per game vs. opposing tight ends: the 7th-most in football.The Chicago Bears pass defense has yielded the 2nd-highest Adjusted Completion% in the league (86.3%) versus tight ends this year (86.3%).
|
