The Miami Dolphins are prepared to hit the road once again as they prepare to face off against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on Sunday for a highly anticipated Week 17 clash. Both teams have a lot at stake as they vie for positioning in the conference and look to make a statement heading into the playoffs.

Fresh off a thrilling last-second victory over the Dallas Cowboys, the Dolphins secured their first win over a team with a winning record this season. Riding the momentum of their recent success, the Dolphins are eager to keep their winning streak alive and position themselves for a top seed in the conference.

Meanwhile, the Baltimore Ravens have been a force to be reckoned with, despite facing numerous injuries throughout the season. With an impressive 12-3 record, they have consistently demonstrated their resilience and determination. Led by star quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is in the running for the prestigious MVP award, and a formidable defense that imposes its dominance on opposing offenses, the Ravens have established themselves as a formidable playoff contender.

When it comes to their head-to-head history, the Dolphins have struggled against the Ravens, with an 8-10 all-time record. Since 2010, Miami has posted a 3-6 record against Baltimore, and their track record at M&T Bank Stadium is less than desirable, with just one win against three losses in their last four visits.

However, the Dolphins do have recent success on their side, having won their last encounter with the Ravens in September. In that game, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa connected with key targets Mike Gesicki, River Cracraft, Jaylen Waddle, and Tyreek Hill for touchdowns, engineering an impressive comeback from a 21-point deficit in the fourth quarter.

As the game approaches, both teams have injury concerns. For the Dolphins, running back Raheem Mostert and wide receiver Jaylen Waddle did not participate in Thursday's practice, while several key players were limited. The Ravens, on the other hand, had a handful of players who missed practice and others who were limited.

It's worth noting the connection between some coaching and player personnel. Dolphins' defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has a history with the Ravens, having served as their assistant to the head coach from 2006 to 2008 and their linebackers coach in 2009. Dolphins' senior assistant Wade Harman spent over a decade with the Ravens as their tight ends coach and assistant offensive line coach. Ravens' tight ends coach George Godsy was previously the Dolphins' tight ends coach and co-offensive coordinator. Additionally, there are several players who have previously suited up for both teams, including Raheem Mostert, Zach Sieler, DeShon Elliott, and Justin Bethel.

As the anticipation builds for this Week 17 showdown, the Dolphins will need to bring their A-game if they want to secure a victory against the formidable Ravens. With playoff hopes on the line, this battle between two talented teams is sure to deliver an exciting and intense contest on Sunday. Football fans should be ready for a thrilling matchup that could have a significant impact on the postseason picture.