Dolphins vs Vikings: Kickoff Time, Live Stream, Injury Reports & Expert Picks for Tonight’s Showdown

The Minnesota Vikings are defending an early 9-0 advantage over the Miami Dolphins at U.S. Bank Stadium as Week 4 action moves into the third quarter, fueled by three first-half field goals from rookie kicker Will Reichard. Why the Vikings are on top • Defensive dominance: Brian Flores’ unit has limited Miami to just 76 first-half yards and five first downs, collapsing the pocket on quarterback Malik Willis and forcing one turnover. • Ground control: Oklahoma State product Ollie Gordon II ripped off a 75-yard first-half burst that flipped field position and set up points, helping Minnesota win the possession battle. • Special-teams edge: Reichard has already connected from 47, 50 and 33 yards; Miami passed on a 52-yard try late in the second quarter and came away empty. Key numbers at a glance • Total yards: Vikings 147, Dolphins 136 • Rushing yards: Vikings 88, Dolphins 48 • Sacks: Both teams 2 • ESPN win probability: Vikings 87 percent entering the third quarter Live betting update The pre-kickoff spread closed around Vikings –8.5 after opening at –7.5, while the over/under slid from 41.5 to 38.5 as sharp money anticipated a defensive struggle. At halftime most books reposted Minnesota –10 with a live total near 29.5. What the Dolphins must fix 1. Push the ball outside: Wideout Malik Washington owns Miami’s longest reception (27 yds), but Willis has attempted only two passes beyond 15 yards. 2. Clean up penalties: Eight infractions for 50 yards have repeatedly stalled drives. 3. Finish in the red zone: Miami failed to cash in after reaching the Vikings 20 on its final first-half possession. Vikings’ path to sealing 4-0 start • Keep Kyler Murray upright. The quarterback was sacked twice early but still hit T.J. Hockenson for a 39-yard seam strike that set up points. • Lean on Aaron Jones Sr. to salt away the clock once a two-score cushion is in place. • Watch the flags: Minnesota has already been whistled for seven penalties of its own. Historic context These franchises have met 14 times (including one postseason clash); Miami holds a slim 8-6 all-time edge, though the Vikings have claimed two of the last three matchups. How to watch the finish Kickoff: Second-half underway (approx. 3:25 p.m. ET) TV: FOX (regional) Streaming: NFL+ for out-of-market fans, or authenticated FOX Sports apps Radio: Dolphins Radio Network 560 AM WQAM; Vikings KFAN 100.3 FM Injury tracker • Dolphins S Dante Trader Jr. (knee) and LB Jackson Woodard (ankle) are questionable to return. • Vikings LT Christian Darrisaw (neck) is day-to-day after exiting in the first half. Second-half outlook Look for Flores to keep dialing up inside pressure to rattle Willis, while Mike McDaniel may counter with quicker perimeter screens to Jaylen Waddle and flexible pre-snap motion to confuse Minnesota’s coverage shells. If the Dolphins can steal an early third-quarter touchdown, this game could sprint to a photo finish; otherwise, the Vikings are positioned to grind their way to a 4-0 record and maintain control of the NFC North.