The Miami Dolphins visit the Green Bay Packers for a Thanksgiving night showdown at Lambeau Field. Both teams are in the hunt for playoff positions, with the Packers leading the charge in the NFC North at 8-3, while the Dolphins aim to extend their three-game winning streak to stay in the AFC playoff race. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:20 PM ET.
Green Bay comes off a dominant victory against San Francisco, while Miami secured a commanding win over New England, setting the stage for an exciting primetime matchup.
Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins, led by quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, have found their rhythm, winning three straight games. Tagovailoa has thrown 11 touchdowns against just one interception in five games since returning from injury. In last week’s win against New England, he passed for 317 yards and four touchdowns, displaying pinpoint accuracy.
Miami’s offense features an explosive set of weapons, including wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle, who have combined for over 1,200 receiving yards this season. Running back De’Von Achane adds a dynamic element, contributing both on the ground and in the passing game.
Defensively, Miami faces challenges, with key injuries to the secondary, including cornerback Jalen Ramsey. The Dolphins’ ability to pressure quarterback Jordan Love will be critical in slowing Green Bay’s balanced attack.
Green Bay Packers
Green Bay enters this game riding high after a 31-10 win over the 49ers. Quarterback Jordan Love has shown growth, throwing two touchdowns without an interception last week. Although Love posted modest yardage, the Packers relied heavily on running back Josh Jacobs, who delivered three touchdowns and over 100 rushing yards.
On defense, Green Bay is led by linebacker Lukas Van Ness, whose strip-sack last week was a game-changing play. The Packers’ defense ranks 11th in total yards allowed, but injuries to key players like Jaire Alexander in the secondary could leave them vulnerable to Miami’s passing attack.
Green Bay will lean on its home-field advantage, where they’ve gone 4-2 this season, and hope for another big game from their running attack to control the clock.
Pick and Prediction
This matchup pits Miami’s high-powered offense against Green Bay’s disciplined defense. While the Dolphins have the weapons to exploit the Packers’ secondary, Green Bay’s running game could keep Miami’s offense off the field. Expect a close contest with Green Bay’s home-field edge playing a decisive role.
- Prediction: Green Bay Packers 27, Miami Dolphins 24
