Dolphins vs Lions Prediction and Preview - NFL Week 9, 2026

The Miami Dolphins will sqaure off with the favoured Detroit Lions in NFL Week 9 action at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday, November 9, starting at 5:00am AEDT.

This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Dolphins vs Lions game, plus the latest betting odds in Australia.

Who Will Win?

Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Lions vs Dolphins 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Lions a 74% chance of winning against the Dolphins in Week 9 of the NFL season.

Dolphins vs Lions: Odds

The current Bet365 betting odds in Australia for this NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium are shown here:

• Head to Head: Dolphins $4.30, Lions $1.24
• Line: Dolphins +8.5 ($1.91), Lions -8.5 ($1.91)
• Total (Over/Under 48.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Dolphins at $4.30 and the Lions at $1.24.

The Dolphins are listed as 8.5-point underdogs against the Lions, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.

For the favourite Lions (-8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.

The over/under for total points scored is set at 48.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.

According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Dolphins (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 48.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.

Dolphins vs Lions: Betting Tips

• Head to Head: Miami at $4.30 with Bet365
• Line: Dolphins +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
• Total Points: Under 48.5 at $1.91 with Bet365

These Dolphins vs Lions predictions are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.

While the Lions have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Dolphins to win is our preferred option because of the 3.0% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term success as a bettor.

Dolphins vs Lions: Prediction

Stats Insider's predicted final score for Dolphins vs Lions at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 9 is the Lions winning 27-20.

This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.

Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Miami vs Detroit game in Week 9, including data-driven predictions and computer tips.

Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Miami vs Detroit match-up.

As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every NFL game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.

Dolphins vs Lions: Week 9 Essential Details

The NFL Week 9 game between the Dolphins and Lions at Hard Rock Stadium is scheduled to commence at 5:00am AEDT on Monday, November 9.

• Teams: Miami Dolphins vs Detroit Lions
• Date: Monday 9 November 2026
• Time: 5:00am AEDT
• Venue: Hard Rock Stadium

All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.

Conclusion

Our Miami vs Detroit predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.

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