The Jaguars are a 5.5-point underdog in this game, likely creating a passing game script.
Based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the Jacksonville Jaguars to pass on 61.7% of their chances: the 7th-greatest frequency on the slate this week.
The Jaguars have run the 9th-most plays in the NFL this year, totaling a staggering 61.5 plays per game.
In this week’s contest, Trevor Lawrence is forecasted by our trusted projection set to total the 8th-most pass attempts among all quarterbacks with 36.2.
Cons
Based on their underlying strategic approach and game dynamics, the Jaguars are projected by our trusted projection set to run just 62.5 offensive plays in this contest: the 9th-lowest number among all teams this week.
Opposing offenses have averaged 28.8 pass attempts per game versus the Buffalo Bills defense this year: 2nd-fewest in football.
Opposing teams have thrown for the 4th-fewest yards in the league (just 187.0 adjusted yards per game) vs. the Buffalo Bills defense this year.
The Bills defense has performed very well when opposing pass-catchers have gotten into space, allowing an average of 4.38 yards-after-the-catch since the start of last season: the 3rd-fewest in the NFL.
When it comes to linebackers in pass coverage, Buffalo’s unit has been very good this year, ranking as the 4th-best in the NFL.