Dolphins vs Patriots odds and predictions: Who is the favorite in the NFL week 2 game?

During Week 1 of the NFL season, the Miami Dolphins made a strong statement in the AFC East divisional battle. As Week 2 approaches, they face the New England Patriots.

Miami Dolphins

The Miami football team made a stunning debut in their season opener, impressing fans with their explosive offense. Tyreek Hill was particularly impressive, racking up 215 receiving yards and two touchdowns and getting closer to his ambitious goal of 2,000 yards for the season. But it wasn’t just Hill who shone; quarterback Tua Tagovailoa proved his skill by throwing for an impressive 466 yards, averaging over 10 yards per pass. Tua also currently leads the league with three passing touchdowns.

New England Patriots

Despite a few early challenges, rookie sensation Mac Jones demonstrated remarkable composure and potential on the football field. In his season debut game, he threw for an impressive 316 yards and three touchdowns, joining a select group of quarterbacks who surpassed the 300-yard mark in Week 1.

Dolphins vs Patriots odds and predictions

As the stage is set for Miami and New England to collide, the underdog status of the Patriots at home is a noteworthy factor. In recent years, the Patriots have struggled as home underdogs, boasting a dismal 0-6 straight-up record and a lackluster 1-5 record against the spread. On average, they have succumbed to a touchdown in these encounters. When focusing solely on their performance as underdogs, regardless of the location, the picture remains bleak, with a 3-13 straight-up record and a 5-11 ATS record in the last two years.

The Dolphins’ defense, which faltered against the Chargers in Week 1, faces another formidable challenge in New England. Despite the temptation to consider the over in this matchup, the Patriots’ recent history as underdogs, coupled with Mac Jones’ impressive debut, suggests that the Dolphins may have the edge.

As Sunday night approaches, all eyes will be on this AFC East showdown. While both teams have shown promise, Miami’s momentum and the Patriots’ struggles as underdogs tilt the odds in favor of the Dolphins.