The Jaguars are a 3.5-point favorite in this game, likely creating a rushing game script.As it relates to air yards, Travis Etienne ranks in just the 13th percentile among running backs since the start of last season, accruing just -2.0 per game.The Falcons defense has surrendered the 6th-fewest receiving yards per game in the NFL (just 26.0) vs. RBs since the start of last season.The Atlanta Falcons pass defense has performed very well when opposing RBs have gotten into space, surrendering an average of 5.78 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) since the start of last season: the 2nd-fewest in football.As it relates to safeties rushing the passer, Atlanta's group of safeties has been excellent since the start of last season, ranking as the best in the NFL.
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