Detroit Lions vs Miami Dolphins Prediction, Odds and Best Bet for Nov. 8
The Detroit Lions will beat the Miami Dolphins, with a projected score of Detroit 24, Miami 20. Detroit’s 230 rushing yards against Minnesota provide the strongest reason to favor the visitors, but injuries complicate the defensive outlook. Neither Detroit -7 (-109) nor the 50.5-point total offers a convincing wager from these results. The official recommendation is Pass, with low forecast confidence.
Detroit Lions vs Miami Dolphins prediction and best bet
Detroit gets the winner pick because its running game offers the clearest foundation for sustaining possessions. The Lions beat Minnesota 19-15 on Nov. 1 while rushing for 230 yards and allowing 266 total yards. Repeating that combination would put Miami under pressure to capitalize on its scoring opportunities.
The betting decision is less clear. Detroit won that game by four points, and several players left injured. Miami lost 24-19 to New England but received two touchdown passes from Malik Willis and two sacks from Chop Robinson. Those contributions give the Dolphins a credible route to staying within a touchdown. Best bet: Pass. Favoring Detroit outright does not justify laying seven points.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Detroit Lions at Miami Dolphins, 2026 NFL season, Sunday, Nov. 8. Kickoff: 1 p.m. ET.
Venue: Hard Rock Stadium. Broadcast: FOX.
Weather: The Nov. 2 forecast listed 84°F, wind of 6 mph and a 9% rain chance.
SportsJaw odds: Detroit Lions -7 (-110); Miami Dolphins +7 (-110). Moneyline: Detroit Lions -325; Miami Dolphins +270. Total: Over 50.5 (-110); Under 50.5 (-110).
Recent results: Detroit beat Minnesota 19-15 on Nov. 1; Miami lost to New England 24-19 that day.