Steelers vs. Dolphins prediction and fantasy outlook for Week 15 MNF feat. De'Von Achane, DK Metcalf, and more

The 7-6 Pittsburgh Steelers are set to battle the 6-7 Miami Dolphins in prime time in a contest that could decide the fate of Miami. Most had written off the team earlier this season after a 1-6 start, but Miami has managed to scratch and claw its way back to the edge of the hunt. After weeks of work, Tua Tagovailoa has the chance to get the team back to .500 for the first time this season.

Here's a look at what kind of game to expect and what that could mean for fantasy football managers around the country.

Steelers vs. Dolphins prediction

Aaron Rodgers at Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens - NFL 2025 - Source: Getty

Pittsburgh and Miami are desperate to win, and in many ways, the game should have the feel of a playoff game. As such, the contest won't likely be flashy with lots of points scored. Expect a knockdown, drag-out, bloody brawl for 60 minutes.

Pittsburgh has home-field advantage, and the weather is expected to be cold at kickoff with temperatures down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit, according to Accuweather. As such, expect Pittsburgh to win the contest 24-16 and Miami to be knocked back one step further away from .500 at 6-8. A winning season will still be possible, but it's going to take perfection down the stretch.

Steelers vs. Dolphins fantasy picks

De'Von Achane at New Orleans Saints v Miami Dolphins - NFL 2025 - Source: Getty

Expect plenty of action for De'Von Achane, who has emerged as one of the top running backs in the NFL.

Darren Waller and Jaylen Waddle should also get some red zone targets. Pittsburgh's defense has been uncharacteristically leaky this season, so Tua Tagovailoa might have a decent game as a result.

As for Pittsburgh, Kenneth Gainwell is in line for a decent outing with Jaylen Warren battling a newly reported illness.

Warren is considered questionable, according to Pittsburgh's injury report. Even if Warren plays, he might hand over a few carries and targets to Gainwell.

DK Metcalf and Aaron Rodgers could be in for a quality outing, but they'll need to get their points early, as the temperature will only get colder as the game continues, which will create an environment that encourages running the football.

Where to watch Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Miami Dolphins on cable

Tua Tagovailoa at Miami Dolphins at New York Jets - Source: Imagn

The contest will be broadcast only on ESPN, according to the official Miami schedule. However, the official Pittsburgh schedule claims the contest will be broadcast on ABC, which would be viewable with an over-the-air antenna.

As such, check ESPN and ABC when the game kicks off at 8:15 PM EST.