Dec 21, 2025 1:00 PM EST

Week 16

Cincinnati

6-8

Miami

CIN

-2½ (-109)o50½ (-109)

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Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals Betting Trends

Updated:Dec 17, 2025 1:46 AM EST

The upcoming NFL game on December 21, 2025, between the Cincinnati Bengals and Miami Dolphins promises an exciting Sunday football matchup at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. This game is a crucial Week 16 regular-season clash in the 2025-26 NFL season that bettors won't want to miss, airing on NBC, CBS, and NBC/Peacock.

Miami Dolphins will start quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who has shown resilience despite some injury concerns but is expected to play. The Cincinnati Bengals will counter with star QB Joe Burrow, a key player in their offensive success. The Bengals rank 26th against the spread with a 6-8 record, while the Dolphins sit in 15th with a balanced 7-7 ATS record, indicating a competitive betting environment.

Offensively, the Bengals average 226.6 passing yards per game versus Miami's defense allowing 202.5 passing yards. Miami's passing offense totals 181.3 yards, while Cincinnati's defense allows 245.9 yards through the air, suggesting a slight edge to the Bengals in passing offense. On the ground, the Dolphins rush for 24.9 yards per game against Cincinnati's defense giving up 29.6 yards, showing a moderate advantage for Miami's run game.

Pass protection and pass rush stats further highlight the matchup's nuances, with Miami averaging 1.4 sacks allowed per game and Cincinnati recording 1.8 sacks per game. The current odds favor the Cincinnati Bengals by 2.5 points with a total points line set at 50.5, leaning towards an under bet.

In their last matchup on September 29, 2022, Cincinnati defeated Miami 27-15, covering a -4 spread in a game that went under 49 total points. Bettors should consider these betting trends and game stats when placing wagers. For more detailed betting insights and to make smarter bets, consider Start your OddsTrader Turbo subscription or place your bet with a U.S. regulated sportsbook.

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Miami

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2nd half
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2nd quarter
3rd quarter
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6-8 (26th)Against the Spread7-7 (15th)

4-10 (24th)Straight Up6-8 (21st)

-3.9Straight Up Units+0.5

8-6Over / Under7-6-1

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22.4Points21.1

10.4First Half11.6

12Second Half9.6

4First Quarter4.9

6.4Second Quarter6.7

4.1Third Quarter1.9

7.9Fourth Quarter7.4

314Total Yards303.2

5.2Yards Per Play5.9

226.6Passing Yards181.3

23.6 - 38 (62%)Completions-Attempts19.4 - 28.7 (67.7%)

5.7Yards Per Passing Play5.8

2.1 (14)Sacks (Yards)2.3 (15)

87.4Rushing Yards121.9

21.1Attempts24.9

4.1Yards Per Rush4.9

19.71st Downs17.6

11.7Passing10.5

5.6Rushing6.2

2.4Penalties0.9

5.4 / 13.1 (41%)3rd Down4 / 11.2 (35.7%)

0.8 / 1.2 (64.7%)4th Down0.7 / 1.4 (50%)

1.6 / 2.8 (56.4%)Red Zone1.6 / 2.9 (57.5%)

5.4 (38.9)Penalties (Yards)5.8 (47.3)

1.2Turnovers0.8

0.8Interceptions0.5

0.4Fumbles Lost0.3

61.1Total Plays55.9

5Kickoffs4.8

5.1Returns3.9

129.6Return Yards99.8

25.2Yards Per Return25.9

3.9Punts3.4

1Returns1.4

8.9Return Yards19.8

8.9Yards Per Return13.9

Priority Injuries

Cincinnati

Miami

PRIORITY

Tee Higgins

Out

5 Wide Receiver

7 days ago

PRIORITY

De'Von Achane

FULL PARTICIPATION IN PRACTICE

28 Running Back

6 days ago

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Miami Dolphins vs Cincinnati Bengals Betting Trends

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TEAM MATCHUP

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Priority Injuries

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UPCOMING SCHEDULE

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