- Matchup: Miami Dolphins vs Las Vegas Raiders
- Date of Game: Sunday, September 13, 2026
- Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Odds: Dolphins +3.5
- Over/Under Total: 39.5
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The Miami Dolphins, coming off a 7-10 season, are set to take on the Las Vegas Raiders, who finished at 3-14 last year, this Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. The Raiders are favored by 3.5 points according to the latest odds, with the over/under line established at 39.5.
In their previous season, the Miami Dolphins concluded with a record of 7 wins and 10 losses. Their last game saw them facing off against the New England Patriots, resulting in a stark 38-10 defeat. Quarterback Quinn Ewers completed 16 of 23 attempts for 137 passing yards and one touchdown, although he recorded an interception. Leading the ground attack, Jaylen Wright accumulated 23 rushing yards on 13 carries (1.8 yards per carry). Wide receiver Theo Wease made significant contributions with 44 yards on 3 receptions, averaging 14.7 yards per catch. Overall, the Dolphins carried the ball 25 times, amassing a total of 63 rushing yards, averaging 2.5 yards each attempt. Offensively, they executed 50 plays for a total of 180 yards. Defensively, they conceded 17 completions on 22 attempts for 214 passing yards, yielding an impressive completion rate of 77.3%. In terms of their run defense, Miami allowed 243 rushing yards on 34 attempts (7.1 yards per carry).
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For teams aiming for the end zone, the Miami Dolphins averaged 20.4 points per game last season. They managed an impressive 120.2 rushing yards per game, positioning them 13th in the league. With a total of 5,112 offensive yards, the Dolphins achieved 174 first downs, though they faced setbacks with 101 penalties totaling 811 yards and 24 turnovers (18 interceptions and 6 fumbles). They registered 23 touchdown passes alongside 14 rushing touchdowns.
Defensively, the Dolphins ranked 24th in the league, allowing an average of 24.9 points per contest. They permitted 4.8 yards per rushing attempt and 132.4 rushing yards per game. In terms of passing, Miami conceded 3,678 yards over the season, ranking 18th in the NFL, with opponents averaging 216.4 yards through the air at a completion percentage of 72.0%. Overall, they allowed an average of 348.8 total yards per game, ranking them 22nd in the league, while defending against 29 passing touchdowns and 18 rushing touchdowns, yielding a cumulative total of 2,251 rushing yards throughout the season.
The Las Vegas Raiders ended their previous season with a 3-14 record. In their last outing, they achieved a narrow 14-12 victory against the Kansas City Chiefs. Quarterback Aidan O’Connell recorded 102 passing yards, completing 10 of 22 passes and achieving a quarterback rating of 59.3, with no interceptions. Michael Mayer led the receivers, catching 3 passes for 47 yards (15.7 yards per reception). Ashton Jeanty contributed on the ground with 87 yards from 26 carries, averaging 3.3 yards per attempt. As a team, the Raiders finished with 204 total yards from 58 plays (3.5 yards per play). On the ground, they averaged 3.7 yards per attempt, accumulating 118 yards from 32 carries. Defensively, they allowed 84 rushing yards on 23 attempts (3.7 yards per carry), while their secondary achieved a completion percentage of 58.1%, yielding 84 yards from 18 completions on 31 attempts.
The Las Vegas Raiders averaged just 245.2 total yards per game, ranking last in the league. They posted an average of 77.5 rushing yards per game, resulting in 1,317 total rushing yards for the season. Over the past year, they turned over the ball 19 times and lost 4 fumbles, accumulating 161 first downs. The Raiders also committed 108 penalties resulting in 901 total yards, placing them 17th in the league for penalties. In the passing game, Las Vegas compiled 2,851 yards, with an average of 167.7 passing yards per game, ranking them 28th overall. When it came to scoring points, the Raiders struggled, averaging 14.2 points per game, which was last in the league.
Defensively, the Raiders allowed 25.4 points per game, ranking 25th in the league. They conceded 23 passing touchdowns and 201.0 passing yards per game, ranking 14th for passing yards allowed. Additionally, they allowed 1,986 rushing yards (116.8 yards per game), along with 22 rushing touchdowns last season. The Raiders’ defense participated in 1,072 plays, ranking 25th in the NFL, recording 16 turnovers (8 forced fumbles and 8 interceptions) overall, culminating in 432 points allowed for the season.
Who will cover the spread in the upcoming Dolphins-Raiders NFL matchup?
My Prediction: Take the Dolphins +3.5
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