The Eagles will be rolling out backup QB Tanner McKee this week, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.Based on their underlying play style and game dynamics, the Philadelphia Eagles are forecasted by the model to run 67.7 plays on offense in this contest: the highest number among all teams this week.The Eagles have called the 3rd-most plays in the league this year, totaling a massive 60.1 plays per game.The passing games of both teams (as it relates to both volume and efficiency) ought to benefit from the calm weather conditions (3-mph wind) being predicted in this game, while rush volume may slide.Saquon Barkley has accrued a staggering 7.0 air yards per game this year: 98th percentile among running backs. (That might not seem like a lot, but most RBs wind up with negative air yards given that they are usually targeted behind the line of scrimmage).
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