Given their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the Vikings to run on 37.1% of their opportunities: the 3rd-lowest frequency on the slate this week.The 2nd-fewest plays in the NFL have been run by the Minnesota Vikings this year (a mere 52.6 per game on average).This game will be played in a dome—which means zero wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.With an awful record of 0.11 yards-after-contact (3rd percentile), Sam Darnold places as one of the worst running quarterbacks in football this year.The Lions defense owns the 2nd-best efficiency against opposing rushing attacks since the start of last season, surrendering just 3.81 adjusted yards-per-carry (YPC).
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