The New York Jets will be forced to utilize backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor in this contest, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.The Jets are a big 7-point underdog in this week's contest, likely leading to an extreme passing game script.Opposing quarterbacks have averaged 37.6 pass attempts per game against the Buccaneers defense since the start of last season: 2nd-most in the NFL.While Tyler Johnson has garnered 7.3% of his team's targets in games he has played since the start of last season, the predictive model expects him to be a more important option in New York's passing offense in this week's contest at 14.0%.The New York offensive line ranks as the 9th-best in the league since the start of last season in pass protection, which has a strong effect on all passing offense stats across the board.
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