This week’s spread implies a throwing game script for the Bears, who are -3-point underdogs.
Opposing quarterbacks have averaged 37.0 pass attempts per game against the Minnesota Vikings defense this year: 10th-most in the league.
The predictive model expects Cole Kmet to accumulate 5.8 targets this week, on average, placing him in the 89th percentile when it comes to TEs.
After accumulating 32.0 air yards per game last year, Cole Kmet has produced significantly more this year, currently pacing 40.0 per game.
Cole Kmet’s 52.0 adjusted yards per game through the air this year signifies a a noteworthy improvement in his receiving talent over last year’s 32.0 figure.
Cons
Based on their underlying tendencies and matchup dynamics, the predictive model expects the Chicago Bears to pass on 49.6% of their opportunities: the 2nd-lowest frequency on the slate this week.
At the present time, the 8th-most sluggish paced team in football (context-neutralized) according to the predictive model is the Chicago Bears.
Windy weather conditions (like the 17-mph being forecasted in this game) usually prompt lessened passing effectiveness, reduced air volume, and higher run volume.
Cole Kmet’s 71.5% Route Participation% this year signifies a a significant diminishment in his passing attack workload over last year’s 84.0% mark.
When it comes to protecting the quarterback (and the effect it has on all passing offense metrics), the offensive line of the Bears grades out as the 6th-worst in the league this year.