This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased TD potential, and better passing effectiveness.The Las Vegas Raiders pass defense has surrendered the 4th-highest Completion% in the league (86.9%) versus RBs this year (86.9%).The Las Vegas Raiders defense has allowed the 4th-most passing TDs in the league to running backs: 0.31 per game this year.The Las Vegas Raiders linebackers grade out as the worst unit in the NFL this year in covering pass-catchers.The New England Patriots have gone up against a stacked the box on 27.7% of their plays since the start of last season, most in the NFL. Positioning an extra defender close to the line of scrimmage improves run-stopping at the expense of better passing efficiency.
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