THE BLITZ projects the New York Giants as the 7th-quickest paced defense in the league (in a neutral context) at the moment, leading opposing offenses to average 27.52 seconds per snap.THE BLITZ projects Richie James to be a more important option in his offense's passing game near the goal line this week (19.7% projected Red Zone Target Share) than he has been this year (0.0% in games he has played).Richie James has been among the best possession receivers in the NFL, catching an impressive 88.0% of balls thrown his way this year, checking in at the 98th percentile among WRs.The Chicago Bears defense has given up the 5th-most TDs through the air in football to WRs: 1.20 per game since the start of last season.The Chicago Bears cornerbacks grade out as the 4th-worst collection of CBs in football since the start of last season in covering pass-catchers.
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