Miami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for Wild Card Round
The Kansas City Chiefs are set to host the Miami Dolphins in the Wild Card Round of the AFC Playoffs. Can Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs get back to their winning ways at home on Saturday night? Matt McCuen provides his best bet in Dolphins vs. Chiefs.
Matt McCuen - January 9, 2024, 11:55 AM EST
5 minMiami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds for Wild Card Round
The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Miami Dolphins on Saturday night for round one of the playoffs.
Dolphins vs. Chiefs Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 13, 2024
- Game Time: 8:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: Peacock
Dolphins vs. Chiefs Odds
- Spread: Dolphins +3.5 (-110), Chiefs -3.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 44 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Dolphins (+150), Chiefs (-180)
Miami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs Prediction
Kansas City comes into this game as champions of the AFC West for the eighth consecutive season.
Despite being the division champs, there are many concerns entering the postseason for KC.
The most notable concern for the Chiefs is their wide receivers. The Chiefs lead the league in drops.
One thing that the Chiefs have that the rest of the league does not have is number 15, Patrick Mahomes.
The two-time Super Bowl champion is poised to add a third ringer to his fingers.
Mahomes delivered a strong season, throwing for 4,183 yards, 27 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions.
Running back Isaiah Pacheco headlines the Chief's backfield. Pacheco has rushed for 935 yards and seven touchdowns.
Travis Kelce has been the top target in the passing game. Kelce has racked up 984 yards and five touchdowns.
The Chiefs' defense has been outstanding, ranking second in points allowed per game (17.3).
Miami enters play following a pair of losses to close the season.
The Dolphins had a chance to clinch the division multiple times, including last week at home vs. the Buffalo Bills.
Miami could not close out the Bills, which has forced them into being the sixth seed.
The Dolphins have not won a playoff game since 2000.
Tua Tagovailoa has thrown for 4,624 yards. 29 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.
Running back Raheem Mostert is listed as questionable this weekend. Mostert leads the Dolphins in rushing with 1,012 and 18 touchdowns.
Rookie De'Von Achane has performed well, with 800 yards and eight touchdowns.
Tyreek Hill has enjoyed a monster season, racking up 1,799 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Jaylen Waddle is listed as questionable as he continues to deal with an injury.
The Dolphins defense ranks 22nd in points allowed per game (23.0).
Miami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs Pick
This is a terrific spot for the Chiefs at home.
Mahomes has a record of 10-2 in the playoffs when playing at Arrowhead Stadium.
The Dolphins are a warm-weather team that has to go on the road in a cold and loud environment for a short week.
Lastly, the Dolphins have key injuries on both sides of the football, which they cannot overcome this weekend.
Pick: Kansas City Chiefs -3 -118 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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