Green Bay Packers at Miami Dolphins: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 16 matchup

The Miami Dolphins (8-6) return home to face the Green Bay Packers (6-8) on Christmas Day. The Dolphins are 5-1 at Hard Rock Stadium and looking to snap a three-game losing streak in the process.

The Packers are hanging on to slim playoff hopes. Green Bay is in must-win mode if it has a desire to sneak into the NFC wild-card picture. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers owns a 40-14 record in 54 career December games. Can he regain his magic and keep up with the Dolphins top-five offense?

Here's a look at the betting details and USA TODAY's NFL staff picks for the Packers vs. Dolphins Week 16 game:

Packers at Dolphins odds, moneyline and over/under

• Spread: Dolphins (-3.5)

• Moneyline: Dolphins (-190); Packers (+160)

• Over/under: 49.5

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NFL Week 16 odds, predictions and picks

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Safid Deen: Dolphins 27, Packers 24

The Dolphins hope to end their three-game winning streak and welcome the Packers to Miami on Christmas Day. Both teams are fighting for their playoff lives, but Miami is 5-1 at home this season and will rely on home field to keep pace in the AFC playoff race. The Packers’ playoff hopes might dwindle after this one.

Victoria Hernandez: Dolphins 30, Packers 23

Aaron Rodgers has been playing the blame game all season and he's going to have to find more excuses after the Dolphins continue their winning ways at home. Mike McDaniel won't need a clever T-shirt to overcome Green Bay's lackluster defense, snap a three-game losing streak and strengthen his team's playoff chances.

Jaylon Thompson: Dolphins 28, Packers 21

The Dolphins look to rebound against the Packers at home. The playoffs are still in view for both teams heading into the Christmas Day matchup. The Packers rank 29th in run defense it could lead to a big day for Dolphins running backs. Miami needs a win to snap a three-game losing streak. Expect the Dolphins high-octane offense to be too much for the Packers to contain.

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