MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – The Buffalo Bills have clinched a spot in the playoffs after the Jacksonville Jaguars’ loss this Sunday. This victory allowed the Bills to secure their spot in the postseason. Despite this achievement, the Bills’ work is not yet finished. They are set to face the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium tonight at 8:20 p.m. The outcome of this game will determine if the Bills can secure their fourth consecutive AFC East title and the No. 2 seed in the AFC bracket. A win against the Dolphins would also grant them the opportunity to host the Pittsburgh Steelers in the wild-card round next week. The Bills have a lot at stake in tonight’s game as a loss would place them in the seventh seed and require them to return to Miami for the next week’s game. Throughout the season, the Bills have faced various challenges, and this game will be no different. The Dolphins have a strong home record, with a 7-1 standing this season and a previous win against the Bills in September 2022.
In terms of player availability, the Bills have a remarkably clean injury report heading into the game. Center Mitch Morse was listed as questionable due to an illness, but he has been cleared to play. The Dolphins, on the other hand, will be without star receiver Jaylen Waddle, star running back Raheem Mostert, and cornerback Xavien Howard. Edge rushers Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips are also out due to season-ending injuries.
Fans eagerly anticipate the game, which will be broadcasted on NBC’s Sunday Night Football. The Bills are favored to win by three points, with an over-under of 49.5. Mike Tirico will cover the play-by-play, with Cris Collinsworth serving as the analyst and Melissa Stark as the sideline reporter.
Overall, this game holds immense significance for both teams. Despite already securing a playoff spot, the Dolphins will fiercely compete as they vie for the division title and the No. 2 AFC seed. The Bills, aware of the challenges they face, must deliver a strong offensive performance to secure the win.