The Dolphins are a 3-point favorite in this week’s contest, which points towards a rushing game script.
Jeffery Wilson has been a more important option in his team’s rushing attack this season (46.6% Carry Share in games he has been on the field) than he was last season (27.9%).
Jeffery Wilson has run for a lot more yards per game (60.0) this season than he did last season (50.0).
Jeffery Wilson’s ground efficiency has gotten a boost this season, averaging 5.34 yards-per-carry compared to a measly 3.77 mark last season.
The Cleveland Browns defense has had the 9th-worst efficiency against opposing rushing attacks this year, surrendering 5.06 yards-per-carry.
Cons
THE BLITZ projects the Miami Dolphins to be the 9th-least run-oriented team among all teams this week with a 38.3% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.
THE BLITZ projects the Dolphins to call the 6th-least plays on offense among all teams this week with 63.5 plays, based on their underlying tendencies and game dynamics.
The Miami Dolphins have called the 8th-least plays in the NFL this year, averaging just 55.9 plays per game.
The weatherman calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind usually means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and increased passing effectiveness.
The Miami Dolphins have elected to go for it on 4th down a mere 15.6% of the time since the start of last season (6th-least in the NFL), which generally means less offensive volume, less TD potential, and lower offensive stats across the board.