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At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Based on their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Minnesota Vikings to pass on 59.9% of their plays: the 8th-greatest rate on the slate this week.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this week's game, Jared Goff is projected by the projections to have the 6th-most pass attempts out of all quarterbacks with 36.9. . Jared Goff's 296.0 adjusted passing yards per game this year signifies a remarkable growth in his passing prowess over last year's 239.0 mark.

This game's spread suggests a rushing game script for the Lions, who are favored by 3.5 points.. The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).

This game's spread suggests a rushing game script for the Lions, who are favored by 3.5 points.. The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. In this week's contest, Jahmyr Gibbs is expected by the projections to place in the 100th percentile among running backs with 22.2 rush attempts.. Jahmyr Gibbs has rushed for a lot more adjusted yards per game (109.0) this season than he did last season (66.0).

Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The projections expect Kyler Murray to notch 4.7 carries in this contest, on average: the 8th-most out of all quarterbacks.. Our trusted projections expect Kyler Murray to be a more important option in his team's rushing attack in this contest (17.6% projected Carry Share) than he has been this year (12.1% in games he has played).. With a fantastic rate of 24.0 adjusted rushing yards per game (82nd percentile), Kyler Murray stands among the best running quarterbacks in the league this year.. The Detroit Lions defense has had the 6th-worst efficiency against opposing rushing attacks this year, conceding 4.68 adjusted yards-per-carry.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.. T.J. Hockenson's 40.0 adjusted receiving yards per game this season reflects a significant growth in his pass-catching skills over last season's 27.0 rate.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this contest, Amon-Ra St. Brown is forecasted by the projections to land in the 99th percentile among WRs with 11.3 targets.. Amon-Ra St. Brown's 94.0 adjusted yards per game through the air this season shows a material improvement in his pass-catching prowess over last season's 78.0 rate.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this week's game, Jahmyr Gibbs is predicted by the projections to place in the 100th percentile when it comes to running backs with 6.5 targets.. Jahmyr Gibbs's 46.0 adjusted yards per game on passes this season represents a noteworthy improvement in his pass-catching proficiency over last season's 33.0 figure.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.. Justin Jefferson's 63.0 adjusted yards per game on passes this year represents a noteable boost in his receiving skills over last year's 52.0 mark.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. With a top-tier 85.0% Route% (96th percentile) this year, Sam LaPorta ranks as one of the tight ends with the highest volume in football.. The projections expect Sam LaPorta to earn 5.9 targets in this week's contest, on average, ranking him in the 92nd percentile among tight ends.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Based on their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Minnesota Vikings to pass on 59.9% of their plays: the 8th-greatest rate on the slate this week.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.. T.J. Hockenson's 4.5 adjusted catches per game this year conveys a significant growth in his pass-catching talent over last year's 3.0 figure.

This game's spread suggests a rushing game script for the Lions, who are favored by 3.5 points.. Opposing quarterbacks teams have been afraid to test the pass defense of the Vikings, totaling the 5th-fewest attempts in the league (just 31.3 per game) this year.. The Vikings pass defense has yielded the 3rd-lowest Adjusted Completion% in football (72.9%) versus RBs this year (72.9%).

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this contest, Amon-Ra St. Brown is forecasted by the projections to land in the 99th percentile among WRs with 11.3 targets.. Amon-Ra St. Brown's 7.7 adjusted catches per game this season conveys a significant progression in his receiving talent over last season's 6.2 rate.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. With a top-tier 85.0% Route% (96th percentile) this year, Sam LaPorta ranks as one of the tight ends with the highest volume in football.. The projections expect Sam LaPorta to earn 5.9 targets in this week's contest, on average, ranking him in the 92nd percentile among tight ends.

The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. The Vikings defensive ends grade out as the 2nd-best unit in the league this year when it comes to run defense.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. In this week's contest, Kyler Murray is forecasted by our trusted projection set to total the 4th-most pass attempts among all quarterbacks with 37.3. . Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this week's game, Jared Goff is projected by the projections to have the 6th-most pass attempts out of all quarterbacks with 36.9.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Based on their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Minnesota Vikings to pass on 59.9% of their plays: the 8th-greatest rate on the slate this week.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this week's game, Jared Goff is projected by the projections to have the 6th-most pass attempts out of all quarterbacks with 36.9. . Jared Goff rates as one of the best precision passers in football this year with a fantastic 67.2% Adjusted Completion%, ranking in the 78th percentile.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. The projections expect the Minnesota Vikings to be the 2nd-most pass-focused offense in football near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 63.3% red zone pass rate.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. Amon-Ra St. Brown has been a key part of his team's passing attack near the goal line, garnering a Red Zone Target Share of 34.0% this year, which places him in the 98th percentile among wideouts.. After totaling 85.0 air yards per game last season, Amon-Ra St. Brown has seen a big uptick this season, now sitting at 99.0 per game.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. The projections expect the Minnesota Vikings to be the 2nd-most pass-focused offense in football near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 63.3% red zone pass rate.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. Opposing teams have averaged 46.3 pass attempts per game versus the Lions defense this year: most in football.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. As it relates to air yards, Jahmyr Gibbs grades out in the towering 94th percentile among RBs this year, accumulating an astounding 8.0 per game. (given that they are usually targeted behind the line of scrimmage, this is far more remarkable than it sounds since most RBs have negative air yards).. Jahmyr Gibbs's 29.0 WOPR (Weighted Opportunity Rating—an advanced stat that measures high-value offensive volume) ranks among the best in the league: 98th percentile for RBs.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. In this week's game, Jared Goff is projected by the projections to have the 6th-most pass attempts out of all quarterbacks with 36.9. . The Detroit Lions O-line grades out as the 4th-best in the NFL this year in pass protection, which has a strong influence on all passing game statistics across the board.

The model projects this game to have the 2nd-highest number of plays run among all games this week at 132.6 plays, accounting for the approaches of each team and game dynamics.. The 4th-most plays in the NFL have been called by the Lions this year (a monstrous 61.7 per game on average).. The passing games of both teams (in terms of both volume and efficiency) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (meaning no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may drop.. Sam LaPorta has been a key part of his team's passing offense near the end zone, earning a Red Zone Target Share of 21.3% this year, which ranks him in the 91st percentile among tight ends.. Sam LaPorta has accumulated far more air yards this year (45.0 per game) than he did last year (28.0 per game).

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. The projections expect the Minnesota Vikings to be the 2nd-most pass-focused offense in football near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 63.3% red zone pass rate.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.. In this week's contest, Kyler Murray is forecasted by our trusted projection set to total the 4th-most pass attempts among all quarterbacks with 37.3.

At a -3.5-point disadvantage, the Vikings are underdogs in this game, suggesting more of an emphasis on throwing than their normal game plan.. Based on their underlying propensities and matchup dynamics, the model projects the Minnesota Vikings to pass on 59.9% of their plays: the 8th-greatest rate on the slate this week.. The projections expect the Minnesota Vikings to be the 2nd-most pass-focused offense in football near the end zone (adjusted for context) at the present time with a 63.3% red zone pass rate.. Accounting for the game dynamics and the underlying traits of each team, this contest is expected by the model to have 132.6 total plays called: the 2nd-most out of all the games this week.. The pass attacks of both teams (including both volume and effectiveness) figure to benefit from the calm "weather" conditions (as in no wind) inside this dome, while ground volume may fall-off.

This game's spread suggests a rushing game script for the Lions, who are favored by 3.5 points.. Opposing quarterbacks teams have been afraid to test the pass defense of the Vikings, totaling the 5th-fewest attempts in the league (just 31.3 per game) this year.. In averaging a measly 0.04 interceptions per game this year, Jared Goff rates among the best QBs in the NFL (97th percentile).. The Vikings have intercepted 1.00 throws per game this year, grading out as the 5th-best defense in the NFL by this statistic.. The Minnesota cornerbacks grade out as the 2nd-best group of CBs in the league this year in covering receivers.

In throwing a mere 0.44 interceptions per game this year, Kyler Murray rates among the best QBs in the league (76th percentile).. The Detroit Lions defensive ends grade out as the best collection of DEs in football this year with their pass rush.