Alain Poupart· Oct 10, 2026
Poupart predicts the Bengals beat the Dolphins 27-17 at Hard Rock Stadium in Week 5, arguing Miami's offense can't keep pace with Cincinnati if Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins play.
“Final Prediction: Bengals 27, Dolphins 17”
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- Availability CallsCaleb DouglasMiami DolphinsOct 10, 2026
“With Caleb Douglas likely out for a third consecutive game, it's just very difficult to envision the Dolphins scoring enough to get that elusive first victory. (Week 5)”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
- Score PredictionsCincinnati BengalsOct 10, 2026
Cincinnati Bengals 27 — Dolphins 17
“Final Prediction: Bengals 27, Dolphins 17”
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