2009 Thursday Night Football Dolphins vs Panthers Over/Under and Point Spread

Game:
Miami Dolphins (4-5) vs. Carolina Panthers (4-5)

Dolphins vs Panthers Bodog.com Betting Odds and Money Line:
Miami Dolphins +160
Carolina Panthers -180

Point Spread:
Miami Dolphins +3
Carolina Panthers -3

Over/Under:
42.5

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Jasper’s Prediction:
Panthers Beat Point Spread and I take the Under

Location:
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina

Date:
Thursday November 19, 2009 at 8:20pm Eastern Time

Pre-Game:
This will be a key game for both teams to reposition themselves in their division and for a future wild card to make it into the playoffs. The Dolphins beat the Buccaneers last week, 25-23 in Miami. The Panthers also won in week 10, beating the Falcons 28-19 in Carolina.

Dolphins:
The Dolphins running game seems to be the only thing Miami is doing right. They are currently ranked 4th in the NFL in rushing yards per game with 156.2 per game. Very impressive, unlike their passing game where they rank 3rd to last in the league with a measly 160.0 yards per game. The Dolphins passing game is going to have to step up to the plate if they want to win this pivotal match-up.

Panthers:
The Panthers also have been relying heavily on their running game. They are ranked 3rd in the league in rushing, just ahead of the Dolphins, with 156.6 yards per game. Carolina’s defense has only been playing well in stopping the passing game, which shouldn’t be of much concern going into this game with the Dolphins ranked 3rd to last in that statistic. The Panthers are holding their competitors to an impressive 186.4 passing yards per game.

Dolphins vs Panthers Prediction:
Well, if you look at both teams main statistics on both offense and defense you will notice this is going to be a running battle game. With that being said, I think the winner will be the team that has the most passing yards, simple football strategy. This game will be won by the quarterbacks, not the running backs. We will see which quarterback steps their game up for this crucial game. I predict Jake Dolhomme of the Panthers to win the QB battle and lead his team to victory. Carolina wins a lower scoring game than predicted.

Jasper’s Prediction:
Panthers Beat Point Spread and I take the Under

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