The Miami Dolphins have what is tantamount to a Week 1 bye thanks to the bad timing and mean spirit of Hurricane Irma, but the NFL plows forth, and there is still something for Dolfans to root for this week besides the safety of loved ones. That would be a loss by the New England Patriots _ which for many probably is the next-best thing to the safety of loved ones.
This is the 98th season for King Sport and (believe it or not) the 27th year in the Miami Herald for my weekly predictions. For now, our pick for Thursday night's start of it all.
