With a 5-point advantage, the Saints are favored in this game, suggesting more of a focus on rushing than their normal game plan.Opposing teams teams have been hesitant to rely on the passing game too much against the Panthers, averaging the fewest attempts in football (a measly 27.9 per game) last year.As it relates to pass-blocking (and the effect it has on all pass game metrics), the O-line of the New Orleans Saints ranks as the 5th-worst in football last year.When it comes to linebackers rushing the passer, Carolina's unit has been great last year, projecting as the 3rd-best in the league.
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