Dolphins Travel North to Face Hot Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium

The Miami Dolphins travel north for a clash with the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium. The game takes place on October 4 in Minneapolis. One team sits at 3-0 while the other languishes at 0-3. Minnesota defeated Tampa Bay by a score of 23 to 16 last week. They are averaging nearly 24 points per game and letting up just under 14. Miami fell to Kansas City, 24-10. Their offense struggles with a 12-point average while their defense surrenders almost 29 points each contest.

Bookmakers list Minnesota as a heavy favorite by 10.5 points. The over/under is set at 38.5. A bet on the Vikings costs -617, whereas backing Miami yields +455. Viewers can catch the action live on FOX starting at 4:05 p.m. ET. Those without cable might stream it via FOX One after a free three-day trial.

Miami quarterback Willis faces a steep test against one of the league's quickest rushing units. He has tossed two interceptions and only one touchdown in his first three starts. His most recent outing was a rough 20-of-36 performance for 210 yards and a pick. The team cannot afford such inconsistency when trying to score.

The Vikings lead all teams with 14 sacks this season. They also tie for the top spot with four interceptions allowed by their defense. Miami has already handed up nine sacks in three games. Willis will have an exhausting afternoon protecting that line against that pressure.

Addison stepped into a bigger role when Jefferson sprained his ankle in Week 3. He responded with five catches, 90 yards, and a touchdown in the win over Tampa Bay. Jefferson is still out this week with that ankle injury. Addison returns fresh off his best offensive showing of the year.

Miami's defense has failed to record a sack all season. That weakness leaves Minnesota's passing game open for more than just one target. The Vikings have averaged only 137 yards through the air and have taken nine sacks themselves this year. Having Addison available gives their offense a proven second option right now.

Minnesota's defensive front has driven this perfect start. Van Ginkel is part of a unit that overwhelms opposing quarterbacks early in games. They have piled up those 14 sacks while forcing six takeaways. Opponents struggle to find rhythm, facing just 13.7 points per game allowed. Van Ginkel also recorded an interception this season, adding another way they strip the ball from opponents.

Miami has managed only 36 total points through three games with a single passing touchdown. The team has turned the ball over four times already. That messy profile plays directly into Minnesota's pass rush plans for this week.