Dolphins vs Bills Prediction - NFL Picks 10/1/23

Buffalo Bills (2-1) vs Miami Dolphins (3-0)

Game Info: Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 1:00 pm (Highmark Stadium)

Betting Odds: Buffalo Bills -2.5 -- Over/Under: 53.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds

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The Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills face off on Sunday in a Week 4 NFL showdown at Bills Stadium. This is a big early-season test for both teams. 

How Do The Dolphins Build on Last Week?

The Dolphins sure were impressive last week against the Denver Broncos to pick up their third win of the season. The Dolphins offense scored 70 points against the Broncoos and that was enough for the 50 point victory. Tua Tagovailoa had a strong game completing 23 of his 36 passes for 309 yards and four touchdowns. Rookie running back De’Von Achane finished with 18 carries for 203 yards and two touchdowns. Raheem Mostert also finished with 82 yards and three touchdowns. Jaylen Waddle missed the last game with a concussion but he’s expected to return in this game. The Bills are averaging 43.3 points while their defense is giving up 23.7 points per game. 

Dolphins Betting Trends

  • The Dolphins have lost each of their last eight Week 4 games.
  • The Dolphins have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight Week 4 games.
  • The Dolphins have lost the first quarter in each of their last five road games following a home win.
  • The Dolphins have lost the first half in each of their last eight Week 4 games as underdogs.
  • Each of the Dolphins' last six Week 4 games as underdogs against AFC opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

Bills Look for Third Straight Win. 

The Bills suffered a locking loss in Game 1 against the New York Jets, but since that point they have won two straight games. Against the Raiders the Bills were able to secure the 38-10 victory and in the last game against the Washington Commanders they won 37-3. Stefon Diggs had a strong game finishing with eight catches for 111 yards. The Bills are averaging 30.3 points while their defense is giving up 11.7 points per game. The offense and defense are both ranked second in the NFL. 

Bills Betting Trends

  • The Bills have won each of their last seven games against the Dolphins at Highmark Stadium.
  • The Bills have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games as home favorites following a win.
  • The Bills have won the first half in six of their last seven home games against teams that held a winning record.
  • The Bills have won the first quarter in each of their last four October games at Highmark Stadium.
  • The Bills have scored the first touchdown in each of their last six home games against AFC East opponents.

Dolphins vs Bills Facts

  • The Bills ranked 1st in the AFC East for points allowed per game last season (17.9)
  • The Bills ranked 1st in the AFC East for average point differential last season (+10.6)
  • The Dolphins ranked 31st in the NFL in average punt return (5.8 yards) last season
  • The Dolphins ranked 31st in the NFL in punt return yards per game (6.5) last season

Shane’s Free Pick

In paper this might seem like a letdown spot for the Dolphins, but going against the Bills is such a big game for them. The winner of this game could be the winner of the AFC East.  Achane looks to be a special talent for the Dolphins and this is a balanced offense. Even against a good defense the Dolphins offense is going to find a ton of success scoring and that is going to be the difference here. Back the Dolphins getting the points. 

Shane’s Pick Dolphins +2.5

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