Former Packers S Nick Collins Joins Packers as Cornerbacks Coach at OTA

CHARLOTTE, NC – The matchup between the Miami Dolphins (1-3) visiting the Carolina Panthers (1-3) this Sunday is a highly dramatic encounter between two teams plagued by issues. This isn't a fight for a playoff spot; it's a desperate race to see which team can navigate the storm of injuries and internal instability to hold onto a sliver of hope. Both sides are hungry for a win to avoid being completely buried in Week 5. Don’t just watch the game — live it! Get your gear featuring the logo of your favorite team. Limited stock — don’t miss out! 👉 [SHOP NOW] The situation of injuries and poor form has led to a candid assessment: “This is a showdown of two teams trying to fail. The team that commits fewer mistakes will have the ‘honor’ of winning.” The Dolphins' offensive crisis following the loss of star Receiver Tyreek Hill has created a giant void that even talents like Jaylen Waddle and De'Von Achane will struggle to fill. Miami's defense, already inconsistent, now faces dual pressure as the offense falters. Their defense stands a chance of being thoroughly exploited by the Panthers' running scheme, despite Carolina’s decimated O-Line. For the home team Panthers, injuries are devastating the system. The loss of three Offensive Linemen to long-term injured reserve makes the offensive unit extremely fragile. The focus of this game will be the ground battle: can Dolphins Running Back De'Von Achane capitalize against the Panthers' run defense—one of the most criticized units this year. The game promises to be a physical, low-scoring running battle. Pressure is mounting on both coaching staffs. A loss could ignite the first major changes of the season. Game and Viewing Information: The critical matchup takes place at 1:00 PM ET (Sunday, October 5, 2025) at Bank of America Stadium. The game will be broadcast live on FOX and streamed via the FOX Sports App and NFL+.