With a 3-point advantage, the Eagles are favored in this game, implying more of a reliance on rushing than their typical approach.The model projects the Eagles to be the 8th-least pass-focused offense among all teams this week with a 54.9% pass rate, based on their underlying strategic approach and matchup dynamics.With a feeble 73.5% Adjusted Catch Rate (16th percentile) since the start of last season, Saquon Barkley stands among the most unreliable receivers in the NFL among running backs.The New Orleans Saints pass defense has given up the lowest Adjusted Completion% in football (72.4%) to running backs since the start of last season (72.4%).When it comes to safeties in covering pass-catchers, New Orleans's collection of safeties has been outstanding since the start of last season, grading out as the 5th-best in the NFL.
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