NFL Picks: Experts Predict Dolphins vs. Raiders in Week 11
Las Vegas Riding High, Miami Struggling to Find Consistency
Dolphins Coming off Tough Loss to Browns
Coming off of a tough 32-28 home loss to the Cleveland Browns in Week 10, the Miami Dolphins will face another tough opponent in the Las Vegas Raiders. This will be the first matchup between the two teams since the 2019 season. The Dolphins have won three of the five meetings.
Raiders Looking to Extend Win Streak
The Las Vegas Raiders, on the other hand, are riding high after a big 40-34 win over the Denver Broncos in Week 10, their second consecutive victory. Derek Carr had one of his best games of the season, throwing for 341 yards and two touchdowns. Las Vegas is now 5-4 and in the thick of the AFC playoff race.
Dolphins Injuries a Concern
The Dolphins will be without several key players for the game against the Raiders, including quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (concussion), wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (ankle), and cornerback Xavien Howard (groin). This will be a big blow to the Miami Dolphins, who are already struggling to find consistency on both sides of the ball.
Raiders Have Several Key Players Out As Well
The Las Vegas Raiders will also be without some key players against the Dolphins, including wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (concussion) and defensive end Maxx Crosby (ankle). However, they will get back cornerback Casey Hayward (hamstring) and safety Johnathan Abram (shoulder), who both missed the game against the Broncos.
Experts Favor Raiders to Win
The experts are favoring the Las Vegas Raiders to win the game against the Miami Dolphins in Week 11. According to a poll of NFL experts conducted by ESPN, 75% of experts picked the Raiders to win. The Dolphins are 3-point underdogs in the game.
Conclusion
The Las Vegas Raiders and Miami Dolphins will face off in a key Week 11 matchup that could have playoff implications. The Raiders are the favorites to win the game, but the Dolphins have a history of playing well against Las Vegas. It should be a close game.