THE BLITZ projects this game to have the 2nd-most plays run among all games this week at 135.2 plays, given the tendencies of each team and game dynamics.
THE BLITZ projects Latavius Murray to notch 14.1 carries in this contest, on average, ranking in the 79th percentile among running backs.
Latavius Murray has been a more important option in his team’s rushing attack this year (57.0% Carry Share in games he has played) than he was last year (33.5%).
Latavius Murray has run for substantially more yards per game (52.0) this season than he did last season (37.0).
The Kansas City Chiefs defensive ends project as the 3rd-worst collection of DEs in the league this year when it comes to run defense.
Cons
The Denver Broncos boast a new play-caller this year in head coach Nathaniel Hackett, and THE BLITZ projects their pass/run mix to tilt 3.9% more towards passing than it did last year (context-neutralized).
The Broncos are a 3-point favorite this week, likely creating a rushing game script.
THE BLITZ projects the Denver Broncos to be the 5th-least run-heavy team on the slate this week with a 35.7% run rate, accounting for their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics.
The weather forecast calls for 4-mph wind in this game. Low wind typically means increased pass volume, increased touchdown potential, and better passing efficiency.
Opposing teams have rushed for the 6th-least yards in the league (just 106 per game) versus the Kansas City Chiefs defense this year.