Given the game dynamics and the underlying play styles of each team, this game is expected by our trusted projection set to have 133.2 total plays called: the 3rd-most out of all the games this week.
The air attacks of both teams (as it relates to both volume and effectiveness) ought to benefit from the still weather conditions (0-mph wind) being forecasted in this game, while rush volume may slide.
Matthew Stafford has attempted 36.1 passes per game this year, ranking in the 75th percentile when it comes to quarterbacks.
Matthew Stafford’s 245.0 adjusted passing yards per game this year indicates a material progression in his passing prowess over last year’s 220.0 mark.
Cons
This game’s spread suggests a rushing game script for the Rams, who are favored by 3.5 points.
Opposing quarterbacks have averaged 26.8 pass attempts per game against the Browns defense this year: fewest in the league.
When it comes to protecting the quarterback (and the importance it has on all passing offense metrics), the O-line of the Los Angeles Rams grades out as the 9th-worst in the NFL this year.
Matthew Stafford’s 60.0% Adjusted Completion% this year indicates a noteworthy reduction in his passing precision over last year’s 65.3% mark.
This year, the formidable Browns defense has yielded a meager 157.0 adjusted yards per game through the air to opposing teams: the best in the league.