The Jacksonville Jaguars are set to face off against the Miami Dolphins in NFL Week 1. The game takes place on Sunday, Sept. 8, with kickoff set for 1:00 PM ET at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. This matchup marks the beginning of the 2024 NFL season for both teams, setting the stage for an exciting opener.
Jaguars vs Dolphins pregame odds for Week 1
The Dolphins are a consensus -3.5-point favorite on the point spread at Massachusetts sportsbooks for Sunday’s game. The over/under for the game stands at 49.5 points. Moneyline odds favor the Dolphins at -177, while the Jaguars are at +148. According to DraftKings, the Dolphins have a home moneyline of -175 and the Jaguars have an away moneyline of +145. FanDuel lists the Dolphins at -180 and the Jaguars at +152. For those looking to bet on Sunday’s game, Massachusetts online sportsbooks reflect a lean toward the Dolphins at home.
- DraftKings: Jaguars +3.5, over/under 49.5
- FanDuel: Jaguars +3.5, over/under 49.5
- Caesars: Jaguards +3.5, over/under 49
- BetMGM: Jaguars +3.5, over/under 49
NFL odds for Jaguars vs Dolphins are subject to change
Jaguars vs Dolphins last season team standings & stats
The Jaguars finished the 2023 season with a 9-8 record, ranking 2nd in the AFC South. They scored 377 points and allowed 371 points, with 41 touchdowns. The Dolphins ended the season with an 11-6 record, ranking 2nd in the AFC East. They scored 496 points and allowed 391 points, with 61 touchdowns.
The Jaguars averaged 22.2 points per game and allowed 21.8 points per game. They had 5,772 offensive yards, with 4,126 passing yards and 1,646 rushing yards. The Dolphins averaged 29.2 points per game and allowed 23.0 points per game. They had 6,822 offensive yards, with 4,514 passing yards and 2,308 rushing yards.
In terms of defensive performance, the Jaguars allowed 4,076 passing yards and 1,752 rushing yards. The Dolphins allowed 3,761 passing yards and 1,650 rushing yards. The Jaguars had a turnover differential of -3, while the Dolphins had a turnover differential of +2.
Previous season player stats & current injuries for Jags vs Dolphins
For the Jaguars, quarterback Trevor Lawrence played 16 games, accumulating 4,016 passing yards and 21 passing touchdowns. Running back Travis Etienne Jr. had 58 receptions. Wide receiver Calvin Ridley, who is no longer with the team, had 76 receptions. Tight end Evan Engram had 114 receptions. Wide receiver Christian Kirk had 57 receptions, and he is expected to be a key target for Lawrence this season.
Comparatively, for the Dolphins, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa played 17 games, accumulating 4,624 passing yards and 29 passing touchdowns. Wide receiver Tyreek Hill had 119 receptions. Running back Raheem Mostert had 25 receptions, while wide receiver Jaylen Waddle had 72 receptions. And tight end Durham Smythe had 35 receptions.
The Dolphins’ injuries include wide receiver Malik Washington, who is ruled out due to a quad injury, and Cornerback Jalen Ramsey, who is questionable with a hamstring injury. Washington and Ramsey’s potential absences could impact the Dolphins’ performance, particularly in their passing game and defensive coverage.
Jaguars vs Dolphins recent news
Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is a solid starting option against the Dolphins. The Miami defense was below league-average against quarterbacks in fantasy last season. Christian Kirk remains off the Week 1 injury report and expected to play. The addition of Gabe Davis and first-round rookie Brian Thomas Jr. to the Jaguars’ receiving corps could provide Lawrence with more options in the passing game.
Meanwhile, the Dolphins’ Malik Washington is out against the Jaguars due to a quad injury. Jalen Ramsey is listed as questionable for Week 1. Ramsey’s potential absence could benefit Jaguars’ wide receiver Christian Kirk, who had his first 1,000-yard season with a career-high eight scores in 2022.
Jaguars vs Dolphins weather for Sunday’s game
The weather forecast for the game is broken clouds with a temperature around 85°F and a wind speed of 6 mph. The game will be played at Hard Rock Stadium, which has a grass playing surface and a capacity of 64,767. Weather conditions will likely be favorable for both teams, with no significant impact on gameplay anticipated.
