"Why not? Why not think one good game from the Miami Dolphins can lead to two? Why not think the defense that stopped Atlanta's Kirk Cousins can stop Baltimore's Lamar Jackson? Why not think the offense that was a machine last week can't keep everything revving Thursday night? Sure, the answer is the previous seven games where the Dolphins stumbled and sputtered might make you think they'll struggle Thursday. But why ruin a good hope?"
"Remember that Thursday night game in 2021, when the Dolphins beat the Ravens 22-10 during the Dolphins' stretch of five consecutive wins to end the season? The Dolphins were 2-7 going into that Ravens game, and Baltimore was heavily favored. It was a bit of a turning point for Miami. Maybe Thursday night lightning strikes twice? Sure, Lamar Jackson is returning this week, but he's rusty after a Sept. 28 injury sidelined him."
Lamar Jackson returns from injury for Baltimore, creating a significant homecoming and restoring the Ravens' quarterback play. Derrick Henry is healthy and adds a powerful rushing element for Baltimore. Miami enters on a short week after a dominant win over Atlanta, showing improved run offense and run defense. Skepticism remains because of Miami's earlier seven-game struggles, but momentum and recent execution boost confidence. The matchup centers on whether Miami's defense can contain Baltimore's run game and whether Miami's offense can replicate last week's efficiency. Predictions point to a competitive, close game.
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