Lions Face Dolphins in Upset Preview
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The Detroit Lions, fresh from a physical win over the Minnesota Vikings, head to Miami to face a 1‑6 Dolphins squad.
Detroit’s passing offense ranks eighth in DVOA, fourth in passer rating (110.0), seventh in yards per attempt (7.9), third in dropback EPA (0.264), first in EPA/pass (+0.21), and fourth in dropback success rate (51.4%).
Their pass protection is strong, allowing the fifth‑lowest pressure percentage (30.1%) and ranking seventh in pass‑block win rate (54%).
Miami’s pass defense is weaker, ranking 32nd in passer rating allowed (119.5), yards per attempt (8.3), dropback EPA (0.288), and dropback success rate (53.7%).
The Dolphins’ young back seven contributes to these numbers.
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Timeline
- 2026-11-06 — Lions Face Dolphins in Upset Preview
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Immediate impact on team standings and fan engagement Possible long-term US impact: Long‑term effects on playoff positioning and player morale Most affected groups: Fans, coaching staff, and front‑office personnel Reader priority: High priority for NFL followers and sports analysts
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Pride Of Detroit — Lions Face Dolphins in Upset Preview
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