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Bills/Dolphins: Final Predictions with The Phinsider

We skipped out on this feature last week, but we're back in action predicting the outcome of Buffalo Bills games on Saturday. Tomorrow afternoon, the Bills take on their arch rival, the Miami Dolphins, for the first time at Ralph Wilson Stadium since December of 2007.

Joining me in prognosticating this morning is, of course, Matty I from The Phinsider. Our predictions are after the jump, and yours go in the comments section.

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Matt's prediction is here:

I'm always a little leery when the Dolphins travel up to Buffalo - which is why I was thrilled last year that the game was played in a dome in Toronto in December. But the weather isn't looking like it'll be a factor and I'm confident that the Dolphins will be able to wear down the Bills - especially in the second half - with Ricky Williams and Lex Hilliard (yes, that's right - I said Lex Hilliard). Defensively, I expect the Dolphins to get pressure consistently on the passer and limit any big downfield pass attempts. With that said, while some Dolphin fans are expecting a blowout, I think this game will be tight until the fourth quarter. Dolphins 27, Bills 13

My prediction is here:

Buffalo's big problem is its inability to find balance offensively. When they can run, they can't pass, and vice versa. That's not going to change any time soon, so either the running backs will have good days, or the receivers will - not both. Either way, the Bills are good for 10-15 points, and Miami's offense is perfectly suited to wearing down Buffalo's injury-depleted defense and putting up that many points in the second half. It's happened several times this season, and my guess is we'll get more of the same tomorrow. Dolphins 26, Bills 14

Your predictions go in the comments section, and no, Matt and I did not plan on predicting the final score so closely together.

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I can’t fault you for picking the Dolphins, Brian. If the Bills defense can play like the ydid last week, the Bills passing offense might just have a big day again.

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by MattRichWarren on Nov 28, 2009 1:06 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I never...

regardless of record, take any AFCE opponent lightly.

They are all rivals and therefor the percentages go up that on any given Sunday the other team can win.

I expect a very good game…!

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by Alpha6 on Nov 28, 2009 2:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

A Big Bills Win?

I’m not a homer for sure, but my gut tells me that things are getting better under Perry Fewell and that we are going to see an offensive explosion — yes, in both the running and passing game — this week. The defense meanwhile will do better against the run now that Bryan Scott and Whitner are both back and on the field, along with George Wilson, who is really emerging as a significant player in the middle. Stroud’s return would help even more. And if they can shut Ricky Williams down, they can handle Chad Henne. So I’m going out on a limb and saying Bills by two TD’s.

by Macktruck on Nov 28, 2009 2:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I think the Bills will light it up against the fish, if we can just get a little second half offensive production. Bills 34-24

most of my posts get deleted :(

by dzil on Nov 28, 2009 3:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

52-16 Dolphins, I think.

This one is gonna sting for a while.

Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.

by UZ on Nov 28, 2009 3:32 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Ricky Williams is gonna go off like that game in Buffalo in 2002

I just have a feeling……….230 yards…….vintage Ricky……..man I hated it, but he is so fun to watch run. Best pure RB I’ve ever seen play.

Pass the chocolate cake!

by norcaliangelsfan on Nov 28, 2009 3:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, Ricky runs like he is on something.....wait.......never mind :-)

I think Polian must have put a curse on the Bills when he left. Anyone know where we can get a live Buffalo to sacrifice on the 50 yards line? Or, maybe we should use a Dolphin ??? Preferably, Nick Buoniconti

by Joe P. on Nov 28, 2009 5:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

LOL!!

Is old, but still a good one ; )

I will see the Dolphins win a SUPER BOWL before i die(22 years and counting)

by Aleta on Nov 29, 2009 1:03 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I want us to play well, but I'm rooting for every team other than ours for the rest of the season.

It’s the only way we’re going to get a franchise QB and improve our team as quickly as possible. We’ve got a interim head coach and are heading for a major overhaul so while I don’t begrudge the rest of you guys wanting us to win as many games as possible.

by live6453 on Nov 28, 2009 7:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’l guess that Miami wins 23-13 in a game that looks closer than that. But like always, the Fitz led offense can’t score points and the Bills D plays hard, but gives up a lot of long drive FGs.

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by kaisertown on Nov 28, 2009 7:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

23-22 Bills. Yeah I’m picking with my heart.

Mmmph rrgh prrmf! - someone with his mouth gagged

by Dyl on Nov 28, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I think the game will be more interesting if we can get Lynch and Williams to meet up before hand to make a bong from a helmet. :-)

The past is fixed, the future is unknown, try dealing with the present!

by gregeng on Nov 29, 2009 7:34 AM EST reply actions   1 recs

That wouldn't work...

Too many openings in the helmet. Maybe a cleat or something.

Official ledge-talker-offer of the Buffalo Bills.

by WhyBillsWhy on Nov 29, 2009 7:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I have a feeling the Bills wil win today (Sunday)

Just a hunch, and the fact they are due to win a home game. Don’t see where the win would do us much good, though. In fact, like others, I’d rather lose and get a “franchise QB,” if there is one.

by ccthemovieman on Nov 29, 2009 8:07 AM EST reply actions   0 recs

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