Ravens and Dolphins Set for Prime-Time Clash Under the Miami Lights
The NFL’s Week 9 action kicks off with a high-stakes Thursday night matchup between the Baltimore Ravens and the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Both teams are desperate to get their seasons back on track, with the Ravens sitting at 1-5 and the Dolphins just one game ahead at 1-6. It’s a showdown that promises fireworks, storylines, and perhaps a few surprises under the Florida night sky.
Let’s start with the big headline — the inactives list. For Baltimore, several key players won’t be suiting up tonight. Safety Sanoussi Kane, cornerback Jaire Alexander, guard Emery Jones Jr., offensive tackle Carson Vinson, wide receiver Devontez Walker, defensive tackle Aeneas Peebles, and backup quarterback Cooper Rush (listed as the emergency third QB) have all been ruled out. On the other side, the Dolphins will be missing rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers, running back Jaylen Wright, safeties Ashtyn Davis and Jordan Colbert, cornerback Julius Brents, tight end Julian Hill, and defensive tackle Zeek Biggers.
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Even with the absences, both teams still have plenty of star power ready to take the field. Lamar Jackson, who was dealing with a hamstring issue earlier this week, was a full participant in practice and is expected to start. His presence alone changes everything for Baltimore. After all, Jackson’s ability to extend plays and attack both through the air and on the ground has always been a nightmare for opposing defenses.
The Ravens will also look to their powerhouse running back Derrick Henry to set the tone early. Since joining Baltimore in 2024, Henry has continued to prove that age is just a number. Last season, he piled up over 1,900 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns. This year, his workload has eased slightly, but his impact remains massive — 439 yards and four touchdowns so far. Against Miami’s defense, which ranks near the bottom of the league against the run, Henry could be in for another big night.
For the Dolphins, it’s all about speed and execution. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will lead Miami’s fast-paced offense, backed by dynamic weapons like Jaylen Waddle and running back De’Von Achane. Achane, in particular, has become a dual-threat star for the Dolphins — dangerous both running and catching the football. His explosiveness gives Miami the kind of quick-strike potential that can flip the game in seconds.
With both teams looking to make a statement in prime time, this matchup feels like it could go either way. The Ravens will aim to control the clock and pound the ball with Henry, while the Dolphins will try to stretch the field and rely on their speed advantage. The over/under for this game is set at 51.5, suggesting we might be in for plenty of offense.
So, whether it’s Lamar’s magic or Tua’s timing, one thing’s for sure — Thursday night in Miami is about to get electric.
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