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The Falcons are a 5-point underdog in this game, likely leading to a passing game script.The Falcons have run the 10th-most plays in the NFL this year, averaging a whopping 59.0 plays per game.When it comes to pass-blocking (and the strong impact it has on all passing offense statistics), the offensive line of the Falcons profiles as the 8th-best in the NFL this year.The Patriots defense has been gouged for the 9th-most adjusted receiving yards per game in football (38.0) vs. running backs this year.This year, the shaky New England Patriots pass defense has surrendered a monstrous 88.6% Adjusted Completion Rate versus opposing RBs: the 6th-biggest rate in the league.
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