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NFLGame PreviewsMIA at BAL
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MIA

2-5-0
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31OCT25
08:15pm
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BAL

2-6-0
Hard Rock Stadium

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The Ravens visit the Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium for Thursday night football. Baltimore is laying a touchdown plus a hook at -7.5 (-108) with a 50.5 total priced Over -115 / Under -102. The board signals points and variance.

 

Baltimore’s profile leans explosive. They lead the league in big-play touchdown rate (37%) and carry a 6.3% explosive run rate (94th percentile). That pairs with Derrick Henry’s power and Lamar Jackson’s legs if he’s good to go. Protection is the watch item: several Ravens linemen are on the report, and Baltimore ranks poorly in sack rate allowed (10.2%, 9th pct).

 

Miami has shifted without Tyreek Hill. The Dolphins still stress you with motion and runs; they rank 89th percentile in explosive run rate (6.2%) and sit 75th percentile on third down (42.3%), including elite 3rd-and-long conversion (33.9%, 97th pct). They’ll need that efficiency because their downfield explosive pass rate is low this season, and health is a question for Tua Tagovailoa, De’Von Achane, and Jaylen Waddle.

 

The hidden hinge is Baltimore’s defense. The unit struggles to create sacks and turnovers and has allowed a 9.5% explosive pass rate. Miami’s pass game can extend drives, but the Dolphins also allow gashes on the ground (explosive runs allowed 9.1%). That’s a tough mix against Henry and a QB run threat.

Current Season Form

MIA logo

MIA

Away
Record:2-5-0
ATS:2-5-0
O/U:6-1-0
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BAL

Home
Record:2-6-0
ATS:4-4-0
O/U:6-2-0

Head-to-Head Summary

Record:
3-2Winner logo
ATS:3-2-0
O/U:4-1-0

Past Results

DateOpponentResultATSO/U
2025-10-26@ ATLW 34-10W +7.0u44.5
2025-10-19@ CLEL 6-31L 2.5o34.5
2025-10-12vs LACL 27-29L -3.5o45.5
2025-10-05@ CARL 24-27L -1.5o44.5
2025-09-29vs NYJW 27-21W +2.5o44.5
2025-09-18@ BUFL 21-31L 12.5o50.5
2025-09-14vs NEL 27-33L 1.5o43.5
2025-09-07@ INDL 8-33L 1.5u47.5
2025-01-05@ NYJL 20-32L 1.5o39.5
2024-12-29@ CLEW 20-3W +-3.0u32.5

Key Insights

 

  • Explosive on explosive: Baltimore’s 37% big-play TD rate meets Miami’s defense that gives up chunk runs (9.1% explosive runs allowed).

  • Drive-sustaining edge for Miami: Dolphins are 97th percentile on 3rd-and-long conversion (33.9%); Ravens’ defense is bottom tier in sacks and turnovers.

  • Ravens’ run ceiling: BAL 6.3% explosive run rate (94th pct) vs MIA front that can leak rush explosives.

  • Red zone swing: Ravens’ defense has allowed 71.4% red-zone TDs; Miami offense is 60.9% RZ TD.

  • Injury variance: Lamar (Q), Waddle (Q), Achane (Q) could reshape usage; OL health on both sides is a live factor.

 

Betting Insights

Spread

Spread: Ravens -7.5 (-108) — number leans to BAL’s explosive edge; key is Miami’s banged-up skill group.

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Total

Total: Over 50.5 (-115) if at least two of Lamar/Waddle/Achane trend in; explosives on both sides raise volatility.

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Alt spread

Alt spread: Ravens -8.5 (+103) adds payout if you think Baltimore front-runs with the ground game.

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Anytime TD

Anytime TD: Derrick Henry -256 is pricey but fits the matchup; De’Von Achane -143 (Q) if active for Miami’s run explosives.

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Player props

Player props: Lamar over 34.5 rush -122 (Q) leverages Miami’s middling pressure; Isaiah Likely over 20.5 rec -118 as a chain-mover if WRs are limited.

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Final Summary

Baltimore brings the higher ceiling. The Ravens create touchdowns off explosives and can stress Miami’s run defense with Henry and quarterback keepers. If Lamar plays without limits, Baltimore’s quick-strike ability shows up early.

Miami’s path is efficiency. They convert third downs at a high rate and can still pop runs with Achane if he’s healthy. Without Tyreek Hill, the Dolphins need sustained drives and red-zone finishing to keep pace.

The handicap leans Ravens if their offensive line holds and Jackson is active. Miami’s injuries at quarterback, receiver, and tackle raise the floor risk. The total leans high when the key playmakers are in, but watch the inactives; a couple of downgrades can push this toward middling pace.

Lean: Ravens -7.5 (-108); Over 50.5 (-115) with the caveat that Lamar/Achane/Waddle statuses matter. Keep stakes modest given the injury clouds and the game’s variance profile.

Statistical Battle Boards

Viewing: BAL Offense vs MIA Defense
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Total Points174#18215#5MIA advantage
Total Points Per Game24.9#1326.9#26BAL advantage
Total Touchdowns20#1622#23BAL advantage
Passing Touchdowns11#2111#9MIA advantage
Rushing Touchdowns8#1110#30BAL advantage
Other Touchdowns1#121#21BAL advantage
Total Kicking Points54#1973#3MIA advantage
Total Two Point Conversions0#212#2MIA advantage
Kick Extra Points18#1619#10MIA advantage
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Net Passing Yards1276#311595#17MIA advantage
Net Passing Yards Per Game182#28199#22MIA advantage
Passer Rating101#12110#2MIA advantage
Passing Attempts185#32224#8MIA advantage
Completions129#32165#14MIA advantage
Completion Percentage69.7#773.7#32BAL advantage
Passing 1st downs63#3284#17MIA advantage
Passing 1st Down %49.6#3051.5#8MIA advantage
Longest Pass56#1955#17MIA advantage
Passing Fumbles Lost2#63#5MIA advantage
Receiving Targets179#32219#25MIA advantage
Receptions129#32165#19MIA advantage
Receiving Yards After Catch565#32881#22MIA advantage
YAC Average4.4#285.3#24MIA advantage
Offense team logoOffense
Defense team logoDefense
StatisticOffenseRankDefenseRankAdvantage
Rushing Yards934#121160#29BAL advantage
Rushing Yards Per Game133#8145#5MIA advantage
Rushing Attempts177#25231#26BAL advantage
Yards Per Rush Attempt5.3#15#4BAL advantage
Rushing 1st downs51#1459#25BAL advantage
20+ Yard Rushing Plays7#510#2MIA advantage
Long Rushing71#553#12BAL advantage
Rushing Fumbles7#510#2MIA advantage
Rushing Fumbles Lost2#82#8🏈

Game Preview of Baltimore Ravens @ Miami Dolphins. Week 9 of 2025 NFL Season

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