The New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins will face off in an AFC East matchup at Hard Rock Stadium, each team seeking to bounce back from disappointing Week 1 performances. Neither team was considered a contender heading into the season, but their recent losses raised concerns.

The Dolphins’ defense was overwhelmed by the Indianapolis Colts, losing 33-8, while Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel lamented the loss but noted that things couldn’t get much worse. The Patriots also come off a poor performance, losing a tight contest to the Las Vegas Raiders. Mike Vrabel, the new head coach of the Patriots, faced criticism for his game management.

Where to watch Patriots vs. Dolphins live

Date: Sunday, Sept. 14 | Time: 1 p.m. ET
Location: Hard Rock Stadium – Miami Gardens, Florida
TV Channel: CBS | Streaming: Paramount+
Odds: Dolphins -1.5; O/U 43.5 (via DraftKings)

As both teams strive for improvement, the match promises to be crucial for their morale. The potential outcome of this game could set the tone for the remainder of their seasons.

Prediction

I expect a competitive game but anticipate both teams to struggle offensively at times. My prediction is a close win for the Patriots.