Baltimore Ravens vs Miami Dolphins
M&T Bank Stadium
31.12.2023, 21:00
On Sunday at M&T Bank Stadium, the National Football League (NFL) will feature a matchup between the Miami Dolphins and the Baltimore Ravens. The winner of this game will have a significant impact on the AFC's top seed, so who will emerge victorious? Let's get right into the previews of this match and make a prediction.
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The Baltimore Ravens enter this game on a five-game winning streak, seeking to extend their success following a 33-19 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in their previous matchup. Lamar Jackson has been instrumental, amassing 3,357 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 7 interceptions with a 66.3% completion rate. In addition to his passing prowess, Jackson has contributed significantly on the ground, rushing for 786 yards and 5 touchdowns. Gus Edwards has been a force in the running game, accumulating 694 rushing yards and finding the end zone 12 times. Zay Flowers leads the team in receiving with 752 yards on 74 receptions, while Mark Andrews, with 544 receiving yards, will unfortunately be sidelined for the remainder of the season due to injury. Odell Beckham Jr. has contributed 532 receiving yards, and three more Ravens have surpassed 300 receiving yards this season.
Defensively, Roquan Smith leads the team with an impressive 151 total tackles. Justin Madubuike has excelled in the pass rush with a team-high 12 sacks, followed by Jadeveon Clowney with 8.5 sacks, and Kyle Van Noy with 7 sacks. In the interception department, Geno Stone has made 6 interceptions, while Kyle Hamilton has contributed 4 interceptions to the Ravens' strong defensive efforts this season.
Miami Dolphins - can the visitors stun the hosts?
The Miami Dolphins enter this game with the aim of extending their winning streak following back-to-back victories, including a 22-20 win against the Dallas Cowboys in their last outing. Tua Tagovailoa has demonstrated solid performance, amassing 4,214 passing yards, 26 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions with a 70.5% completion rate. The rushing attack features Raheem Mostert, who has accumulated 1,012 yards on the ground with 18 touchdowns, and De’Von Achane, contributing 637 rushing yards and 7 touchdowns. Tyreek Hill leads the receiving corps for Miami, boasting 106 receptions for 1,641 yards and 12 touchdowns, while Jaylen Waddle has recorded 1,014 receiving yards and 4 touchdowns. Additionally, three more Dolphins have surpassed 200 receiving yards, and five others have achieved over 100 receiving yards this season.
Defensively, David Long Jr. stands out with a team-high 95 total tackles, while Bradley Chubb leads the team in sacks with 11. Christian Wilkins has contributed 8 sacks, Zach Sieler has recorded 8.5 sacks, and Jaelan Phillips has notched 6.5 sacks throughout the year.
Expert Betting Tips
I'm supporting the Baltimore Ravens in this matchup. The Miami Dolphins have undoubtedly showcased their best performances at home this season, appearing like a different team on the road – a bit like Jekyll and Hyde. While the Ravens might typically find themselves in a letdown situation after a significant win against the San Francisco 49ers last week, their solid coaching and the high stakes of this game make it unlikely for them to falter. As a result, I predict a victory for the Ravens in this contest.