The Indianapolis Colts will be rolling with backup QB Sam Ehlinger in this contest, which typically means fewer pass attempts and more rushing.
The Colts are a 4.5-point underdog in this game, likely leading to a passing game script.
The Indianapolis Colts offense has played at the 9th-quickest pace in the NFL (adjusted for context) this year, averaging 27.27 seconds per play.
Opposing QBs have averaged 39.1 pass attempts per game versus the New England Patriots defense this year: 4th-most in football.
The Indianapolis Colts offensive line has given their quarterback 2.63 seconds before the pass (9th-best in football since the start of last season), which has a positive effect on all pass attack statistics across the board.
Cons
THE BLITZ projects the Indianapolis Colts as the 8th-least pass-oriented offense among all teams this week with a 56.1% pass rate, based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.
The weatherman calls for 13-mph wind in this game. High wind typically means lower pass volume (and increased run volume) and worse passing efficiency.
THE BLITZ projects Sam Ehlinger to attempt 34.0 passes this week, on average: the 9th-least of all QBs.
The Indianapolis Colts offensive line ranks as the 3rd-worst in football this year in protecting the passer, which has a harmful impact on all passing offense metrics across the board.
Opposing quarterbacks have completed passes at the 4th-lowest level in the NFL vs. the New England Patriots defense this year (65.3%).