Saquon Barkley Receptions Prop is currently Over/Under 2.5 (+106/-138).
Key Factors
Favors Over
Given their underlying tendencies and game dynamics, the Eagles are projected by the model to run 65.9 total plays in this game: the 8th-highest number on the slate this week.
The Philadelphia Eagles have run the 9th-most plays in the NFL this year, totaling a monstrous 59.4 plays per game.
Saquon Barkley's 88.5% Adjusted Completion% this season represents a significant progression in his receiving prowess over last season's 72.6% mark.
The Carolina defensive ends profile as the 2nd-worst group of DEs in the NFL this year when it comes to rushing the passer.
Favors Under
The Eagles are a big 14-point favorite in this week's game, which points towards an extreme rushing game script.
Accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the Eagles to pass on 42.9% of their plays: the lowest frequency on the slate this week.
Saquon Barkley's 20.9 WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—an advanced stat that examines high-value offensive volume) has been notably worse this year than it was last year at 27.4.