The Patriots are a big 8.5-point underdog in this week's game, likely leading to an extreme passing game script.Based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, our trusted projections expect the New England Patriots to run on 39.0% of their opportunities: the 8th-lowest frequency on the slate this week.Rhamondre Stevenson has rushed for significantly fewer adjusted yards per game (38.0) this season than he did last season (59.0).Rhamondre Stevenson's rushing effectiveness has declined this season, averaging a mere 3.05 adjusted yards-per-carry compared to a 4.77 rate last season.Rhamondre Stevenson has struggled more with grinding out extra running yardage this year, compiling 1.91 yards-after-contact vs a 3.81 mark last year.
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