THE BLITZ projects this game to have the 3rd-largest volume of plays run among all games this week at 134.9 plays, given the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.The New Orleans Saints have played in the 6th-most "low wind" (4-mph or less) games in football since the start of last season, which ought to result in reduced pass volume, higher running volume, and reduced pass game performance when facing windier conditions in this game.Taysom Hill has averaged 5.4 rush attempts per game since the start of last season, one of the highest rates in the NFL among QBs (87th percentile).Taysom Hill has grinded out 33.0 rushing yards per game since the start of last season, one of the biggest figures in football among QBs (92nd percentile).Taysom Hill's running efficiency has gotten a boost this year, totaling 13.31 yards-per-carry compared to a mere 5.37 mark last year.
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