New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins Picks and Prediction for Monday, September 29, 2025
The New York Jets visit the Miami Dolphins on Monday at Hard Rock Stadium. Kickoff is 7:15 PM ET on ESPN. The Jets are 0-3 after a 29-27 loss at Tampa Bay, and last in the AFC East. The Dolphins are also 0-3 after falling 31-21 at Buffalo, sitting at the bottom of the division as well. Miami is a 2.5-point favorite with the total at 44.5. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your NFL experience with free NFL predictions that ignite your desire to win.
New York Jets Preview
The Jets have rotated between Tyrod Taylor and Justin Fields. Taylor has completed 70% of his passes with 3 touchdowns, while Fields has added 245 passing yards and 2 rushing scores. Garrett Wilson has been steady with 21 receptions for 229 yards and 2 touchdowns. Breece Hall leads the backfield with 157 rushing yards, giving the offense balance when blocking holds up.
Pass protection remains shaky with 9 sacks allowed in three games, making third downs a problem. On defense, linebacker Jamien Sherwood has 30 tackles, and end Will McDonald has 2 sacks. Cornerback Sauce Gardner’s status will be important in slowing Tyreek Hill. New York needs to avoid turnovers and generate at least one takeaway to stay close on the road.
Miami Dolphins Preview
Miami has had bright spots on offense despite the winless start. Tua Tagovailoa has 575 passing yards and 5 touchdowns, but his 4 interceptions have been costly. Tyreek Hill has 198 yards, while Jaylen Waddle has 137 yards and two scores. Running back De’Von Achane has chipped in with 147 rushing yards, giving the Dolphins options both the ground and through the air.
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Defensively, Miami has been led by Bradley Chubb with 3 sacks and Tyrel Dodson with 33 tackles. The group has forced pressure but has given up big plays in coverage. If they can contain Hall on early downs and limit Wilson in single coverage, the Dolphins should win at home.
New York Jets vs Miami Dolphins Prediction
Miami’s passing and solid play on defense give them the edge if Tua Tagovailoa avoids turnovers. The Jets will compete, but the Dolphins’ speed should be the difference maker. Final Score Prediction: Miami Dolphins win 24-20.
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Best Picks
- Miami Dolphins -2.5
- Over 44.5
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