The Broncos are a massive 10.5-point underdog this week, likely leading to an extreme passing game script.
Adam Trautman has gone out for fewer passes this season (76.0% Route Participation% in games he has been on the field) than he did last season (28.5%).
Adam Trautman has totaled far more air yards this season (15.0 per game) than he did last season (8.0 per game).
This year, the porous Kansas City Chiefs defense has been gouged for a staggering 56.0 adjusted receiving yards per game vs. opposing TEs: the 6th-most in the NFL.
This year, the anemic Chiefs defense has been torched for the 10th-most adjusted yards-per-target in football to opposing tight ends: a staggering 7.95 yards.
Cons
Given their underlying play style and game dynamics, the Broncos are anticipated by the projections to call just 62.0 offensive plays in this game: the 3rd-lowest number among all teams this week.
The Broncos have called the 4th-fewest plays in the league this year, averaging a measly 51.8 plays per game.
Adam Trautman’s 66.2% Adjusted Completion Rate this season reflects a a noteable decrease in his pass-catching prowess over last season’s 80.6% mark.
Adam Trautman’s pass-game efficiency has declined this season, averaging just 5.78 adjusted yards-per-target compared to a 9.19 mark last season.