THE BLITZ projects this game to see the 2nd-largest volume of plays run among all games this week at 137.9 plays, accounting for the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.
The Indianapolis Colts have run the 10th-most plays in the league this year, averaging a colossal 60.8 plays per game.
THE BLITZ projects Jonathan Taylor to garner 19.0 rush attempts in this week’s contest, on average, placing him in the 94th percentile among running backs.
Jonathan Taylor has been given 79.4% of his team’s rush attempts this year, putting him in the 97th percentile among RBs.
The Indianapolis Colts have gone for it on 4th down 23.6% of the time since the start of last season (7th-most in the NFL), which typically means more offensive volume, more TD potential, and higher offensive metrics across the board.
Cons
The Colts are a 6.5-point underdog this week, likely creating a passing game script.
THE BLITZ projects the Indianapolis Colts to be the 6th-least run-oriented offense among all teams this week with a 35.3% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.
This game will be played in a dome—meaning no wind, higher pass volume, higher touchdown potential, and increased passing efficiency.
The Indianapolis Colts offensive line grades out as the 2nd-worst in football this year at opening holes for rushers.
Jonathan Taylor has rushed for a lot fewer yards per game (86.0) this season than he did last season (116.0).