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The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast on Aaron Rodgers

Podcast1143: Week 6 Sleepers
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The Steelers are the top team in pass rate over expected on this week's slate. And Tampa Bay, as an opponent, they rank 3rd in pass rate over expected allowed... Pittsburgh's banged up at wide receiver. That could actually play into their favor.
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Rodgers benefits from Steelers' pass-heavy game script vs. Bucs' weak pass defense.

Rodgers faces Tampa Bay, a favorable matchup for Pittsburgh's pass-heavy offense. The Steelers rank top in pass rate over expected this week, and Tampa Bay ranks 3rd in pass rate over expected allowed, suggesting heavy volume. While Tampa Bay is average by adjusted points allowed to quarterbacks, the Buccaneers rank top 10 in both adjusted running back and tight end target share allowed, forcing Pittsburgh to lean on passing. Pittsburgh's wide receiver injuries further concentrate targets, benefiting Rodgers.

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