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AFC East Showdown: Buffalo Bills to Face Miami Dolphins in Highly Anticipated Thursday Night Matchup

The AFC East will be in the spotlight on Thursday night as the Buffalo Bills face off against the Miami Dolphins. Both teams are coming off of season-opening wins, with the Bills defeating the Cardinals and the Dolphins narrowly edging out the Jaguars. The division rivals will meet at Hard Rock Stadium at 8:15 EST, with Miami currently favored to win by 1.75 points. For free NFL picks, be sure to watch this highly anticipated matchup between these two competitive teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bills +110 | Dolphins -130
• Spread: Bills +1.75 (-110) | Dolphins -1.75 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 49 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Miami will win straight-up is 57%.

Buffalo vs Miami Stats

Buffalo Bills

In week 1, the Buffalo Bills were able to secure a victory over the Cardinals after an impressive offensive performance, totaling 352 yards and 23 first downs. Quarterback Josh Allen threw for 232 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for two TDs. Rookie wideout Keon Coleman made an impact with four catches for 51 yards. The defense held strong, only allowing 17 points and stepping up in the second half to limit the Cardinals to just 80 total yards. Standout performers included Terrel Bernard with 11 tackles and Greg Rousseau with three sacks. The Bills are currently ranked 5th in power rankings, boasting a strong offense and defense. This season, they are 1-0 (0-1 ATS) and show promising potential moving forward.

Miami Dolphins Analysis

In the season opener, the Miami Dolphins secured a 20-17 victory over Jacksonville with a strong defensive effort in the second half leading to a game-winning field goal. Despite the offense only managing 18 first downs, they converted 8 out of 16 third downs and totaled 400 yards, primarily from Tua Tagovailoa's 338 passing yards. Tyreek Hill excelled with seven catches for 130 yards and a touchdown. The defense shut out the Jaguars in the second half, allowing just 105 yards, recording three sacks and five tackles for loss. Jevon Holland had a key defensive play, stripping the ball from Travis Etienne leading to a Miami score. Injuries include De'von Archane, Raheem Moster, Malik Washington, Liam Eichenberg, Jaelan Phillips, and Jaley Ramsey. Additionally, the Dolphins hold a power ranking of 6, ranking # for offense and defense, and hold a 1-0 record (0-1 ATS). Buffalo has struggled in their previous matchups against Miami, going 0-3 (1-2 ATS).

Buffalo Bills Dominated Miami Dolphins in Previous Matchups Leading to Upcoming Favorable Spread Prediction

The Buffalo Bills secured victory over the Miami Dolphins twice last season on their path to capturing their fourth consecutive division title. In both matchups, Buffalo not only emerged victorious but also covered the spread. While both teams initially struggled in the season opener, adjustments were made at halftime leading to a more competitive second half. Despite the loss of key receivers, the Bills demonstrated resilience on offense, highlighting Josh Allen's skill as a quarterback. With a rushing game that gained 130 yards, Buffalo displayed versatility in their playing style. In contrast, Miami lagged with only 81 rushing yards and struggled with penalties, accumulating nine for a total of 103 yards. This lack of discipline poses a significant challenge for the Dolphins against Buffalo's formidable passing defense. Considering these factors, the Bills are favored to cover the spread in their upcoming matchup.

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