NFL picks for the upcoming matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday
Week 16 NFL match, the Miami Dolphins (10-4) are gearing up to face the Dallas Cowboys (10-4). Both teams aim for a big win to boost their confidence as they approach the NFL playoffs. Despite being strong teams, they’ve had challenges against other top opponents in the past. This game is an opportunity for them to prove themselves by defeating a formidable rival and gaining momentum for the playoffs.
In a tight match at Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Dolphins clinched a 22-20 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. The Dolphins’ kicker, Jason Sanders, emerged as the hero, kicking a 29-yard field goal as the game ended, securing a two-point win. Sanders had earlier nailed three 50-yard field goals during the game.
The Cowboys staged a comeback in the fourth quarter, narrowing the gap after being down by nine points. They initially took a 7-3 lead in the first quarter with a 49-yard touchdown pass to CeeDee Lamb. The game then turned into a field goal battle until the fourth quarter.
Brandon Aubrey kicked a 33-yard field goal, narrowing the score to just six points. Following that, Prescott connected with Brandin Cooks in the corner of the end zone, giving Dallas a sudden lead by one point with only 3:27 left in the game. This scoring drive, comprising 17 plays, marked the Cowboys’ longest of the year.
Why the Dolphins can cover
Miami has been performing well lately, securing victories in four out of their last five games. Although they faced an unexpected loss to the Titans in Week 14, they quickly rebounded with an impressive 30-0 win against the Jets last week. Now, coach Mike McDaniel is determined to prove that Miami can compete and win against top teams.
Miami’s offense leads the entire NFL, scoring the most points (441) and gaining the most yards (5,797) in 14 games. Defensively, they hold a respectable position, ranking 14th in points allowed (291) and fifth in yards allowed (4,108). The upcoming challenge is against the Cowboys, whose defense has shown vulnerabilities recently, conceding 35 points to the Seahawks and 31 points to the Bills. It appears that Miami is gearing up for a challenging yet exciting game.
Why the Cowboys can cover
Dallas has been performing exceptionally well against their opponents, securing victories in six of the last seven meetings and covering the spread five times during this stretch. Prior to a recent loss to Buffalo, the Cowboys had an impressive five-game winning streak, triumphing over teams like Philadelphia and Seattle. Currently, they maintain a narrow lead over the Eagles in the standings, making a victory on Sunday crucial.
Dak Prescott, the seasoned quarterback, has been a standout MVP contender throughout the season, amassing 3,639 passing yards, 28 touchdowns, and just seven interceptions. CeeDee Lamb, their talented wide receiver, has delivered an outstanding performance with 103 receptions for 1,306 yards and eight touchdowns. Meanwhile, running back Tony Pollard has contributed significantly with 848 rushing yards and five touchdowns. In the last nine games, the Cowboys have covered the spread in six instances.