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																				This game's spread suggests an extreme throwing game script for the Saints, who are massive -13.5-point underdogs.Accounting for their underlying play style and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the New Orleans Saints to pass on 61.9% of their chances: the 4th-highest rate among all teams this week.Based on the game dynamics and the underlying play styles of each team, this contest is anticipated by the predictive model to have 138.4 offensive plays run: the most on the slate this week.The 5th-largest volume of plays in the NFL have been run by the Saints this year (a colossal 60.0 per game on average).Calm weather conditions (like the 1-mph wind being projected in this game) usually mean better passing effectiveness, higher touchdown potential, higher pass volume, and lower ground volume.
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