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This game's spread suggests a running game script for the Panthers, who are favored by 5.5 points.Accounting for their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the leading projections forecast the Carolina Panthers to pass on 50.5% of their plays: the lowest rate among all teams this week.The forecast calls for 13-mph wind in this game. High wind generally means lower pass volume (and increased run volume) and worse passing efficiency.Opposing offenses teams have been unwilling to pass too much against the Saints, averaging the 5th-fewest attempts in the NFL (a measly 29.1 per game) this year.As it relates to the defensive tackles' role in run defense, New Orleans's DT corps has been easily exploitable this year, profiling as the 3rd-worst in the NFL. in the NFL.
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