The Cowboys have played in the 3rd-most "low wind" (4-mph or less) games in the NFL last year, which ought to result in lower pass volume, higher running volume, and reduced offense efficiency when facing windier conditions in this week's game.The weather forecast calls for 13-mph wind in this game. High wind generally means reduced pass volume (and increased run volume) and decreased passing effectiveness.Opposing QBs teams have been unwilling to rely on the passing game too much against the Cleveland Browns, averaging the 6th-fewest attempts in football (a measly 31.1 per game) last year.The Browns pass defense has exhibited strong efficiency versus RBs last year, yielding 4.97 adjusted yards-per-target to the position: the 4th-fewest in the NFL.The Browns pass defense has excelled when opposing running backs have gotten into space, yielding an average of 7.24 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) last year: the 2nd-fewest in football.
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