The New York Jets will be rolling out backup quarterback Zach Wilson in this contest, which usually means fewer pass attempts and more rushes.
The predictive model expects the New York Jets offensive approach to skew 1.6% more towards the passing attack than it did last season (context-neutralized) with offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett now calling the plays.
The Jets are a 3-point underdog this week, likely leading to a passing game script.
At a mere 27.04 seconds per play, the Jets offense checks in as the 10th-quickest paced in football (adjusted for context) this year.
The Texans pass defense has exhibited weak efficiency against wide receivers this year, yielding 9.19 adjusted yards-per-target to the position: the 3rd-most in the league.
Cons
Windy weather conditions (like the 14-mph being forecasted in this game) usually mean decreased passing effectiveness, lower air attack volume, and higher ground volume.
The New York Jets offensive line ranks as the 2nd-worst in the league this year in protecting the passer, which has a harmful influence on all passing game stats across the board.
With a subpar 58.2% Adjusted Catch Rate (18th percentile) this year, Garrett Wilson ranks among the least sure-handed receivers in football when it comes to wideouts.
Garrett Wilson’s pass-game efficiency has worsened this year, averaging a measly 6.44 adjusted yards-per-target compared to a 7.63 figure last year.
With a bad 0.00 yards-after-the-catch (YAC) (1st percentile) this year, Garrett Wilson has been as one of the leading pass-catching wide receivers in football in the open field.