Patriots vs. Dolphins: NFL Week 8 Odds & Picks (2023)
Gear up for another weekend of NFL action! Make sure to check in with BettingPros throughout the year for top picks and predictions for each and every NFL game. Our writers dive into their favorite picks and predictions for every remaining game on this weekend’s NFL slate. And let’s take a closer look at Patriots vs. Dolphins.
Go premium to view top prop bets based on Cover Probability, Expected Value & Star Rating >>
NFL Odds, Picks & Predictions: Patriots vs. Dolphins
Patriots vs. Dolphins
New England is coming off a high of beating the Bills, 29-25. But they've still lost three of their last four games and scored just 17 or fewer points in three. One game won't change my opinion of a team. The Patriots still aren't playing at a high level. Mac Jones has seven touchdowns and seven interceptions passing the football. He's also playing behind a terrible offensive line. Meanwhile, the run game has earned only 85.4 yards per game on the ground this season. This offense will still face a very good Miami defense. The Dolphins rush the passer very well and create havoc that eventually turns into a turnover from the secondary. On offense, Tyreek Hill said he’s good to go. Therefore, I still think the Dolphins will earn a huge win and cover on Sunday.
Pick: Dolphins -9.5
-Jason Radowitz
What is Betting Against the Spread?
Betting "against the spread" refers to the act of choosing the winning team based on a numeric handicap placed on the team that oddsmakers believe is superior, rather than picking the outright winner. For example, if the Rams face the Bengals, and oddsmakers set the spread at Rams -3.5, you would need Los Angeles to win by 4 or more points in order to cash your Rams bet.
What is an Over/Under Bet?
Over/Under is a wager based on how many points you think will be scored in a specific game. Oddsmakers set the total, and bettors decide whether the final score will be higher or lower than that number. If an Over/Under is set at 44.5 points and you bet Over, you will need the combined score of both teams to be 45 points or higher to win your bet.
What is a Moneyline Bet?
A moneyline bet involves choosing which team you believe will win a specific matchup. The moneyline favorite carries a minus designation, like -130. This means that you need to wager $130 to earn a $100 profit. Conversely, the underdog carries a plus designation, like +110. This means that you win $110 in profit on a $100 bet.
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | RadioPublic | Breaker | Castbox | Pocket Casts
Whether you're new to sports betting or a betting pro, our Sports Betting Strategy and Advice page is for you. You can get started with our 101 section - including 10 Sports Betting Tips for Beginners - or head to more advanced strategy - like Key Numbers When Betting Against the Spread - to learn more.