The predictive model expects the Cardinals as the 6th-least pass-heavy team on the slate this week with a 55.3% pass rate, given their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.The predictive model expects the Cardinals to call the fewest total plays among all teams this week with 61.2 plays, accounting for their underlying play style and game dynamics.The Arizona Cardinals have run the fewest plays in the league this year, totaling a measly 53.5 plays per game.Trey McBride's talent in picking up extra yardage have tailed off this season, notching a mere 3.57 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) compared to a 5.06 figure last season.The Chargers pass defense has been quite strong when opposing TEs have gotten into space, surrendering an average of 3.38 yards-after-the-catch this year: the 3rd-fewest in football.
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