Miami Dolphins vs Baltimore Ravens NFL Preview: Team news, betting, tickets, live stream, Fantasy Football and more

Two teams trying to find their footing square off under the Thursday night lights in Week 9, as the Baltimore Ravens travel south to clash with the Miami Dolphins.

Both sides entered Week 8 with just a single victory to their name, but fortunes turned dramatically. The Ravens pulled off a statement win over the Chicago Bears without Lamar Jackson, while the Dolphins shocked the Atlanta Falcons as heavy touchdown underdogs.

Initially, it looked like Jackson was on track to make his comeback this week, but he was officially ruled out late Saturday. Reports now suggest the star quarterback is trending toward a Thursday return, provided he can stack a few full practices leading up to kickoff. Should he still be sidelined, Tyler Huntley, fresh off guiding Baltimore to that Week 8 triumph, would likely get the nod again.

Meanwhile, Miami suddenly looks rejuvenated. Written off at 1-6, the Dolphins responded with a thunderous 34-10 dismantling of Kirk Cousins and the Falcons on Sunday. Tua Tagovailoa delivered his sharpest performance of the season, tossing four touchdown passes and commanding the offense with confidence.

Now, the question is — can Miami keep that spark alive and ride the wave of momentum into a primetime showdown on home turf?

Miami Dolphins vs Baltimore Ravens kick-off time

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Hard Rock Stadium

The Dolphins and the Ravens will meet in Week 9 of the NFL season at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Thursday, October 30, starting at 8:15 pm ET.

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Miami Dolphins team news

Tua Tagovailoa entered Week 8 leading the league in interceptions, but he silenced critics with a sharp outing in Miami’s upset win over Atlanta — tossing four touchdowns and 205 yards while completing nearly 77% of his throws.

It was a much-needed rebound for Tagovailoa, who had managed just one touchdown against six picks over his previous two outings. For the Dolphins to claw their way back into playoff contention, he’ll need to keep channeling the poised, accurate version of himself that showed up on Sunday.

Baltimore’s defense, which ranked near the bottom of the league in EPA per pass before Week 8, stiffened against Caleb Williams, holding him without a score and snagging an interception. With Lamar Jackson likely returning for this primetime clash, Tagovailoa will have to dig deep and keep the offense humming if Miami hopes to go blow-for-blow with the Ravens.

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Baltimore Ravens team news

Lamar Jackson is expected to reclaim his spot under center for the Ravens on Thursday night — a return that could give Baltimore the jolt it needs to start looking like the AFC powerhouse many predicted before the season kicked off. But his comeback isn't without a little controversy.

In the buildup to last week’s clash with the Bears, the Ravens officially listed Jackson as a full participant in practice. However, that designation turned out to be a bit misleading. While the star quarterback did take part in the full session, he was actually running the scout team offense instead of working with the starters. Technically, NFL rules require a starter to take reps with the first team in order to be labeled a full participant — meaning Jackson's activity should have been marked as "limited."

Baltimore insists it was an honest clerical error, but the league isn’t taking it lightly. The NFL has opened an investigation into the incident, citing potential competitive integrity concerns. After all, labeling Jackson as "full" participation might’ve suggested he was ready to suit up, while “limited” would’ve implied the opposite.

In Jackson’s absence, Tyler Huntley stepped up and reminded everyone why he’s a former Pro Bowler. The backup quarterback, who found himself jobless earlier this year after being cut by Cleveland, seized the moment in Baltimore’s 30-16 win over Chicago. Huntley completed 17 of 22 passes for 186 yards and a touchdown, while also showcasing his dual-threat ability by rushing for 53 yards on eight carries — second only to the team’s leading rusher.

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Dolphins vs Ravens Fantasy Football

Despite being listed as questionable due to illness, Tua Tagovailoa came out firing, throwing a season-best four touchdown passes to lead Miami to a surprising victory. While it was a welcome return to form, Tagovailoa’s 2025 campaign has been a rollercoaster, making him a somewhat volatile QB2 heading into the Week 9 clash with the Ravens.

De'Von Achane was the heartbeat of Miami’s offense on Sunday, logging a season-high 23 touches for 91 total yards and finding the end zone for the game’s opening score. His dual-threat ability was on full display, and with a favorable matchup on tap against Baltimore, Achane should be viewed as a high-end RB1 option for fantasy managers this week.

Jaylen Waddle made the most of his chances, with nearly half his yardage coming on a 43-yard touchdown strike in the third quarter. With Tyreek Hill sidelined for the remainder of the season, Waddle steps into the role of Miami’s unquestioned WR1 and should provide consistent WR2 production moving forward.

On the other side, the Ravens could finally get Lamar Jackson back under center for Thursday night’s showdown in Miami. Head coach John Harbaugh said he’s “hopeful” about his star quarterback’s return after a three-game absence due to a hamstring injury.

In the meantime, Tyler Huntley has held down the fort admirably, steering Baltimore to a win over Chicago in Week 8 while leaning heavily on the ground attack. Derrick Henry powered that effort with two rushing touchdowns and could again shoulder the load if Jackson isn’t fully fit for Week 9.

Rookie wideout Zay Flowers led the team in receiving against the Bears and continues to emerge as a steady target regardless of who's throwing the football. Whether it’s Jackson making his return or Huntley getting another start, Flowers should remain a key part of Baltimore’s passing game heading into Thursday night.

Dolphins vs Ravens Game Predictions

Both sides are coming off impressive Week 8 triumphs, but the spotlight shifts to Lamar Jackson's expected return for the Ravens this week. With momentum on both sides and plenty of offensive firepower, Thursday night’s clash has all the makings of a shootout under the primetime lights. Baltimore has the edge in this one.

Prediction:Ravens 30, Dolphins 23

Dolphins vs Ravens Betting Odds

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Ravens -6.5 (-110)

Dolphins +6.5 (-110)

Moneyline

Ravens: -310

Dolphins: +250

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50.5 (Over -110/Under -110)

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