NFL Week 3 Matchup Preview: Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills, Odds, Forecast
Miami Dolphins Face Tough Challenge Against Unbeaten Buffalo Bills
The Miami Dolphins are set to take on the Buffalo Bills in a highly anticipated matchup on Thursday night. However, the Dolphins are facing a tough challenge, with several key players dealing with injuries.
Cornerback Storm Duck and safety Ifeatu Melifonwu have not practiced this week due to ankle and calf injuries respectively. Tight end Darren Waller and running back Jaylen Wright have been limited in practice due to hip and knee injuries respectively. Starting center Aaron Brewer, who has been dealing with a hip injury, is expected to play.
In contrast, the Bills will be without defensive tackle Ed Oliver and linebacker Matt Milano, who have been ruled out due to ankle and pectoral injuries respectively. Linebacker Shaq Thompson and defensive backs Cam Lewis and Taron Johnson have been limited in practice due to hamstring, hand, and quad injuries respectively.
The Dolphins have struggled to cover the spread in recent games, failing to do so in six of their past eight games. However, Buffalo has been consistent in this regard, covering the spread in four consecutive home games.
The total points line for the game is set at 50.0, with heavy action on the Over. BetRivers reported that 84 percent of the spread-line money has backed the Bills.
The Dolphins are seeking their first win in Buffalo since 2016, a streak that has continued for six years. However, they can take solace in the fact that their receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle had big days in the passing game in their previous game. Waddle is expected to test his shoulder pregame.
Despite recent struggles and criticism, Tua Tagovailoa remains the Dolphins' starting quarterback for the 2025 season. He is backed up by Zach Wilson and Quinn Ewers. There is no indication of a new starting quarterback replacing him for the 2025 season.
The Bills are already alone atop the AFC East standings at 2-0. Josh Allen has a seven-game streak without having thrown an interception, a testament to his impressive form.
The Dolphins are playing on a 12-day span to open the 2025 regular season on Thursday night. This could potentially affect their performance, given the short turnaround time.
Each of the Bills' past seven Thursday night games have gone Under the total points line. This could be a factor to consider for those betting on the total points.
The game is expected to be a close one, with the Bills as a consensus 12.0-point favorite. It promises to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams.
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