THE BLITZ projects this game to see the 3rd-highest volume of plays run on the slate this week at 135.3 plays, based on the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.Opposing teams have averaged 39.2 pass attempts per game against the Pittsburgh Steelers defense this year: 6th-most in football.The Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive line profiles as the 8th-best in football this year in pass protection, which has a strong impact on all passing offense statistics across the board.Russell Gage has been among the best wide receivers in the league this year, averaging a stellar 4.4 receptions per game while ranking in the 78th percentile.The Pittsburgh Steelers cornerbacks grade out as the 8th-worst CB corps in the league this year in covering receivers.
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