Dolphins vs Raiders predictions, graded
Miami Dolphins at Las Vegas Raiders · Week 1, 2026 · Sun, Sep 13 · Final: Dolphins 13, Raiders 27 · Updated
Who do pundits pick in Dolphins vs Raiders? Of 19 pundits with a call on record, 15 take the Raiders and 4 take the Dolphins. 4 named a score; the median has the Raiders by 0.5. The Raiders won 27-13, so 15 of 19 had the winner. Their graded calls averaged 83 out of 100.
Who the room took
19 pundits · each counted once, by their latest callDolphins vs Raiders picks by outlet
Each pundit counted once, at the outlet or show their latest call ran on. An outlet is listed when two or more of its pundits have picked.
- Sports IllustratedRaiders 8, Dolphins 2
- CBS Sportsall 2 Raiders
- Fox Sports Radio (podcast)all 2 Raiders
The other 5 pundits write or talk elsewhere: Raiders 3, Dolphins 2.
Dolphins vs Raiders score predictions
4 pundits named a score; the median call is Raiders by 0.5, and the final was Raiders by 14.
Each dot is one pundit’s latest score call, placed at the winning margin it named. The solid bar is how the game actually finished. Hover or tap a dot for the pundit and the score.
- Alain PoupartDolphins 27, Raiders 24Miss · 24
- Mike FlorioDolphins 13, Raiders 10Miss · 24
- Pete PriscoRaiders 21, Dolphins 17Close · 76
- John BreechRaiders 20, Dolphins 13Hit · 83
Dolphins at Raiders: how they came in
The Dolphins went 7-10 last season and the Raiders went 3-14 last season. On win totals, 18 pundits put the Dolphins at 2.8 wins on average, and 14 pundits put the Raiders at 6.6 wins on average.
Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada
- Record coming in
- 0-0
- Unit ranks
- offense 27th, defense 27th of 32 (this season)
- Last season
- 7-10
- Win-total calls
- 18 pundits · average 2.8 · 0 to 7 wins
- Record coming in
- 0-0
- Unit ranks
- offense 17th, defense 31st of 32 (this season)
- Last season
- 3-14
- Win-total calls
- 15 pundits · average 6.6 · 3 to 17 wins
Dolphins and Raiders players to watch
Each club’s starting quarterback, leading rusher, receiver and tight end, and its sack and tackle leaders, with their 2026 regular season so far, with the latest call on each from a pundit on our leaderboard whose record beats the naive pick (69 pundits clear that bar), made since the 2026 schedule came out. “No.” is their rank there.
Dolphins
- Malik WillisStarting QB · QB
1,396 passing yards · 6 TD, 6 INT · 58.2% completions · 232 rushing yards · 8 games · 27th in the NFL in passing yards
Malik Willis to record 1,000 rushing yards
“But the appeal of Willis is that if he plays 17 games, he might run for 1,000 yards. Yes, he’s that good of a runner.” the article →
Malik Willis to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points
“I think he's going to produce as a QB1 in fantasy because he's going to freaking run.” the article →
- Ollie Gordon IIRB1 · RB
463 rushing yards on 107 carries · 4 TD · 7 catches for 23 · 7 games · 18th in the NFL in rushing yards
Ollie Gordon II to be 1st on the depth chart
“Gordon is going to be the workhorse for the Dolphins running game until further notice” the article →
- Malik WashingtonWR1 · WR
33 catches for 350 yards · 1 TD · 8 games · 55th in the NFL in receiving yards
Malik Washington to be 1st on the depth chart
“With Caleb Douglas in a walking boot ... Washington is expected to be Miami's No. 1 receiver in Week 3.” the article →
Malik Washington to make the roster
“along with veterans Malik Washington and Jalen Tolbert” the article →
- Greg DulcichTE1 · TE
24 catches for 270 yards · 0 TD · 7 games · 85th in the NFL in receiving yards
Greg Dulcich to outplay his draft cost (Late-Round)
“Dulcich could be a sneaky-good fantasy option this year.” the article →
Greg Dulcich to be 1st on the depth chart
“with only Will Kacmarek, Seydou Traore, and Ben Sims behind him on the tight end depth chart, Dulcich should be the Dolphins' every-down tight end” the article →
- Chop RobinsonSack leader · LB
4 sacks · 7 solo tackles · 7 games · 30th in the NFL in sacks
“Robinson will be back against Kansas City and told reporters Thursday he'll be wearing a Guardian cap (Week 3)” the article →
- Jacob RodriguezTackle leader · LB
1 sack · 34 solo tackles · 1 interception · 8 games · 25th in the NFL in solo tackles
Jacob Rodriguez to win Defensive Rookie of the Year
“Green dot linebacker already as a rookie. And here he was with 14 tackles... There's a good chance that he's going to be right there in the mix for defensive rookie of the year.” the article →
Jacob Rodriguez to be 1st on the depth chart
“Miami will start three rookies on defense: Chris Johnson, Jacob Rodriguez , and Michael Taaffe .” the article →
Raiders
- Fernando MendozaStarting QB · QB
48 passing yards · 0 TD, 0 INT · 75.0% completions · 1 game · 52nd in the NFL in passing yards
Fernando Mendoza to be 1st on the depth chart
“Making this trade even more notable is that the Raiders, who received a third-round pick in exchange for Cousins, will now give the keys to the offense to No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza.” the article →
Fernando Mendoza to be 1st on the depth chart
“We don’t know what the Raiders’ internal timetable is for the switch from veteran QB Kirk Cousins to No. 1 draft pick Fernando Mendoza, but it’s possible the team could make that change soon. For the Raiders, this season is all about the transition to Mendoza as the starter.” the article →
- Ashton JeantyRB1 · RB
362 rushing yards on 114 carries · 4 TD · 42 catches for 371 · 9 games · 27th in the NFL in rushing yards
Ashton Jeanty to finish top 12 at his position, by fantasy points
“With Klint Kubiak in town, Fernando Mendoza or Kirk Cousins at the helm, a healthy Brock Bowers, and improved blocking up front, Jeanty could be poised to post a strong RB1 season in his second season.” the article →
Ashton Jeanty to disappoint at the next level
“But if Jeanty keeps picking up only 3.1 yards per carry, he may cede further touches to Washington and settle in as a passing-game specialist. That would be a monumental disappointment given the investment the Raiders made in him at the draft.” the article →
- Tre TuckerWR1 · WR
33 catches for 529 yards · 4 TD · 9 games · 20th in the NFL in receiving yards
Tre Tucker to be 1st on the depth chart
“Tre Tucker erupted for 5-119-1 on seven targets Sunday against the Chargers and has to be considered the Raiders' No. 1 receiver.” the article →
Tre Tucker to play out his deal with no new contract
“I believe Tucker will not sign with the Raiders for less than Jalen Nailor’s $12 million per year.” the article →
- Brock BowersTE1 · TE
48 catches for 658 yards · 6 TD · 7 games · 10th in the NFL in receiving yards
“But, you know, the Raiders, I... Bauer still doesn't practice. Seems unlikely that he plays this week.” the article →
Brock Bowers to outplay his draft cost (anywhere in the back half of the second round in 12-team drafts)
“I think tight end is worth paying up for this year, and I'm willing to take Brock Bowers anywhere in the back half of the second round in 12-team drafts.” the article →
- Maxx CrosbySack leader · DE
4 sacks · 11 solo tackles · 9 games · 30th in the NFL in sacks
Maxx Crosby to move to Las Vegas Raiders
“the Raiders... have really slow start written all over them to the point where they could be trading Max Crosby before the deadline” the article →
Maxx Crosby to stay with Las Vegas Raiders
“He isn't seeking or asking for a trade, and the Raiders aren't asking for or seeking offers... Nothing is imminent, nor is anything in the works at the time of this writing, but there is a market, there is interest, and that means in the NFL, it isn’t probable, but possible.” the article →
- Jeremy ChinnTackle leader · S
1 sack · 44 solo tackles · 1 interception · 9 games · 4th in the NFL in solo tackles
Jeremy Chinn to stay with Las Vegas Raiders
“I think it would take at least a fifth-round pick for consideration, which I am unsure is possible, and a fourth would be a must for the Raiders. I don’t see that at all.” the article →
Every call on Dolphins at Raiders
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Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
This might be the Dolphins' best chance at a win all season, but they're still going to lose by at least a touchdown.
Miami Dolphins 27 — Raiders 24
but this is one they can take and will say will take. Dolphins 27, Raiders 24
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
This Should Be a Cakewalk for Las Vegas ... All in all, the Raiders have no excuse to lose this game on Sunday.
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Give me the Raiders over the Dolphins... pick the Raiders at home against the Dolphins there.
- Miss · 0John and Lance — ESPN Houston (podcast)Game Outcome Picks2026 season
Miami Dolphins to beat Raiders
They get to four, they better beat the Raiders because that's one of the four I'm counting on if they get if they're gonna win, and that's the game on Sunday.
a naive guess scored 100-200 skillsaid Sep 10, 2026 Malik Willis to be 1st on the depth chart
Still, the setup for Week 1 is favorable enough that I would consider Willis a strong floor-based QB2 ... We know Willis can run, which will be the vehicle for a higher floor for fantasy.
Miami Dolphins 13 — Raiders 10
Dolphins 13, Raiders 10.
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Gilberto Manzano: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — John Pluym: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Matt Verderame: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Mike Kadlick: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Albert Breer: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Mitch Goldich: Raiders
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Dolphins
Dolphins at Raiders — Eva Geitheim: Raiders
Miami Dolphins to beat Raiders
Dolphins at Raiders — Conor Orr: Dolphins
Las Vegas Raiders 21 — Dolphins 17
Pick: Raiders 21, Dolphins 17
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Miami Dolphins
Miami's defense is likely to struggle again this season, and the Raiders should feel good about starting their season at home with a positive result.
Las Vegas Raiders 20 — Dolphins 13
THE PICK: Raiders 20-13 over Dolphins
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Miami
I mean, the Raiders, I think, should win week one against Miami.
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Miami Dolphins
I'll give you the one. It's Miami Dolphins.
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Miami Dolphins
With a daunting schedule, the Raiders can’t afford to lose favorable games. They must win this game.
Malik Willis to be 1st on the depth chart
a 14-play, 93-yard drive led by incoming starter Malik Willis in Week 1 of the preseason
Kirk Cousins to be 1st on the depth chart
I fully expect Kubiak to say we're “going with Cousins in Week 1 and Mendoza will learn.”
Malik Willis to be 1st on the depth chart
In terms of career NFL starts, the Miami Dolphins' Malik Willis will likely be the least experienced Week 1 starting quarterback in the league. ... And yet Willis is the quarterback the Dolphins will build around this season
Las Vegas Raiders to beat Miami Dolphins
The Raiders' season begins against one of the worst teams in the NFL, the Miami Dolphins... Las Vegas should have no trouble defeating the Dolphins