THE BLITZ projects this game to see the 5th-most plays run out of all the games this week at 129.0 plays, based on the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.
The Washington Commanders have run the 6th-most plays in the league this year, averaging a monstrous 62.9 plays per game.
THE BLITZ projects Brian Robinson to accumulate 14.1 carries this week, on average, ranking him in the 80th percentile among running backs.
Brian Robinson has received 58.2% of his team’s carries this year, putting him in the 89th percentile among RBs.
Opposing offenses have rushed for the 10th-most yards in football (128 per game) against the Indianapolis Colts defense this year.
Cons
The Washington Commanders will be forced to use backup QB Taylor Heinicke in this game, which generally means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.
This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.
The Washington Commanders O-line profiles as the 6th-worst in the league this year at opening holes for rushers.
The Indianapolis Colts linebackers project as the best group of LBs in football this year when it comes to run defense.