The leading projections forecast this game to see the 3rd-largest volume of plays run on the slate this week at 135.4 plays, accounting for the play styles of each team and game dynamics.
The 6th-largest volume of plays in the NFL have been run by the Rams this year (a whopping 60.6 per game on average).
Calm weather conditions (like the 1-mph wind being predicted in this game) typically cause increased passing effectiveness, higher TD potential, higher air volume, and lower ground volume.
The leading projections forecast Puka Nacua to total 9.4 targets this week, on balance, putting him in the 95th percentile among wide receivers.
Puka Nacua rates as one of the top wide receivers in the league this year, averaging a stellar 81.0 adjusted yards per game while checking in at the 96th percentile.
Cons
This week’s spread indicates a rushing game script for the Rams, who are favored by 4.5 points.
This year, the tough New Orleans Saints defense has yielded a paltry 57.5% Adjusted Completion Rate versus opposing wideouts: the 3rd-best rate in the league.
This year, the fierce New Orleans Saints defense has surrendered the 3rd-least adjusted yards-per-target in football to opposing WRs: a meager 7.1 yards.
The New Orleans cornerbacks rank as the 4th-best unit in the NFL this year in pass coverage.