Lions Dolphins Betting – Dolphins, Lions Playing For Pride This Sunday In Miami
A 17-14 loss to the Buffalo Bills was not the way that Miami Dolphins’ fans that made the trip to Sun Life Stadium to watch a team with playoff ambitions wanted to see the game play out, but that was the case as the fins fell to 1-6 at home last weekend. They’ll get another shot at a second victory this week when they take on the Detroit Lions, with both teams already eliminated from postseason contention.
NFL Betting: Detroit Lions @ Miami Dolphins
Online Sports Betting Odds: Miami – 3.5
The Lions have long been out of the race, but after consecutive wins over the Green Bay Packers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, have to feel a sense of comfort that the season wasn’t a complete loss. Detroit could be a couple of pieces away from being a contender next season, and will look to finish strong in their final road game.
Why To Bet On The Lions
Detroit has been playing for pride since the midway mark of the season, and after consecutive wins over teams that are both in contention for playoff spots, there is o reason to think that can’t continue this week against Miami. The Lions scored their first road win in years by taking down the Buccaneers, and can very well make it consecutive betting on NFL victories against one of the worst home teams in the league. Quarterback Drew Stanton threw for 252 yards and a touchdown in the win over Tampa Bay, and as long as he doesn’t turn the ball over, the Lions should be able to keep this one close. Detroit ranks in the top-half of the league when it comes to moving the ball through the air, and Stanton will challenge the Dolphins’ defense at every opportunity. Miami has the second-most home losses in franchise history, and could tie the 2007 mark with another one this week.
Why To Bet On The Dolphins
Miami ranks sixth on defense against both the run and pass, and unlike the Buccaneers they won’t sit back and let Stanton pick them apart all day. The defense should swarm to the ball-carrier in a game that is more about pride than anything else, something the fish need to demonstrate to their fans. The Dolphins were burdened by the prospects of potentially getting back in the playoffs, and ultimately should be better without the expectations. Quarterback Chad Henne has thrown for 2,952 yards and 14 touchdowns this season, as Miami continues the transition from a top rushing team to a more balanced approach. That should confused the Lions, which will give Henne the chance to go over the top with the big play.
How The Game Will Play Out
Miami has been downright horrible at home this season, but the thinking is that they should be able to get the job done against one of the worst teams in the NFL on the road the past couple of years. The Lions have enough talent to keep this one close early, but in the end it will be Miami pulling away.
NFL Betting Pick: Dolphins
