Mason Rudolph was efficient on short passes, completing 22 of 24 on attempts of less than 10 air yards.
— Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) October 1, 2019
Rudolph took what the defense gave him, targeting open receivers (3+ yds of separation) on 79% of attempts, the highest rate in a game since 2016.#CINvsPIT | #HereWeGo pic.twitter.com/sJnLmLkh4t
It’s safe to say that the Baltimore Ravens defense was exposed in a 40-25 loss to the Cleveland Browns in front of their home fans last week.
Mason Rudolph, who had a remarkable Week 4 performance of his own, was ultra-efficient on short passes and took what the Cincinnati Bengals defense gave him.
Look at these first-half numbers:
Mason Rudolph went 17-18 for 132 yards in the 1st half, but didn't stretch the field...
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) October 1, 2019
- Completions averaged 1.2 air yards
- Deepest completion was 9 air yards
- Lone incompletion was only attempt of 10+ air yards
- 111 of 132 pass yards came after the catch pic.twitter.com/Ig6sznIS4D
Expect James Conner and Jaylen Samuels to add their multi-dimensional skills to the Steelers' game plan and for Rudolph to continue to capitalize on short-yardage throws in Week 5. It remains to be seen if the Ravens will try to take away those high-percentage passes and force him to drive the ball down the field, though.
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