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This game's spread suggests a running game script for the Panthers, who are favored by 5 points.Accounting for their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the Carolina Panthers to pass on 50.5% of their plays: the lowest rate among all teams this week.The forecast calls for 13-mph wind in this game. High wind generally means lower pass volume (and increased run volume) and worse passing efficiency.Opposing offenses teams have been unwilling to pass too much against the Saints, averaging the 5th-fewest attempts in the NFL (a measly 29.1 per game) this year.Out of all RBs, Rico Dowdle ranks in the 86th percentile for red zone carries this year, comprising 53.1% of the usage in his offense's ground game near the goal line.
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