Betting on a defense for anytime TD isn’t the most likely bet, and the Dolphins haven’t scored any defensive touchdowns this season. But at +500, the return would be a great payout, and the opportunities will be there for the Dolphins defense in a must-win game.

The Cleveland Browns are set to host the 7-8 Miami Dolphins for their Week 17 matchup.

The Cleveland Browns (3-12) bring a four-game losing streak into a matchup with the Miami Dolphins (7-8) on Sunday, December 29, 2024 at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Miami is a 6.5-point favorite in

The 3-12 Browns are currently on a four-game losing streak. They have dealt with numerous injuries to key players this season, losing starting quarterback Deshaun Watson and star running back Nick Chubb for the season. They have also been involved in trades that sent receiver Amari Cooper and pass rusher Za’Darius Smith elsewhere.

The Cleveland Browns have a plethora of former players who have spread their wings and found success elsewhere after leaving Northeast Ohio, and the Miami Dolphins are one of those teams with plenty of them.

The Miami Dolphins need plenty of outside help to make the AFC playoffs. First, though, they must help themselves. With no margin for error, the Dolphins (7-8) hope to stay in the postseason hunt at least another week with a win Sunday over the Browns (3-12),

The Miami Dolphins needed a win against the San Francisco 49ers last week and they got it. But they still can’t afford to lose a game.