De’Von Achane has generated +256 rushing yards over expected despite missing Weeks 5-10 (2nd in NFL)

Achane leads all Dolphins players with +44 YAC over expected since his Week 12 return (+44)

De'Von Achane was traveling 14.83 mph when he crossed the line of scrimmage on his 25-yard TD run (17.67 mph top speed).

Bulks up during offseason

Achane appears to have added muscle to his frame through his workouts earlier this offseason, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.

Analysis: A photo of Achane showing up for OTAs went viral, with some saying he looks much larger than he did during his rookie campaign. It's his second offseason bulking up for football without also considering track and field, though at this point it's unclear how much muscle he's added relative to his weight from the 2023 NFL Combine, where he ran a 4.32-second 40-yard dash at 188 pounds. Achane averaged 7.8 yards per carry and scored a touchdown per game last season, albeit with injuries (six missed…read more

Inefficient in season-ending defeat

Achane rushed six times for nine yards and secured three of six targets for 21 yards in the Dolphins' 26-7 wild-card loss to the Chiefs on Saturday night.

Analysis: Achane flashed with a multitude of explosive plays throughout his rookie season, one he finished with 800 rushing yards, 197 receiving yards and 11 total touchdowns (eight rushing, three receiving) across 11 regular-season games. The 2023 third-round pick put together four 100-yard efforts as well and averaged a whopping 7.8 yards per carry, and come his second training camp this summer, Achane figures to be a prime contender for an appreciably larger role despite the expected return of veteran…read more

Cleared for wild-card game

Achane (toe/ribs) doesn't have an injury designation for Saturday's wild-card game against the Chiefs, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: As anticipated, Achane will be able to play through his pair of injuries Saturday after he concluded prep for the postseason opener with a full practice Thursday. Achane shined as the Dolphins' lead back over the final two weeks of the regular season, but it's unclear if he'll remain the No. 1 option in Kansas City. Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) was sidelined for Weeks 17 and 18 and is listed as questionable for Saturday's contest, but he may be in a better spot on the health front after he was…read more

Listed as limited participant

Achane (toe/ribs) was listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's injury report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: The same goes for Raheem Mostert, whose status for Saturday's wild-card game against the Chiefs is more of a question mark than Achane's following absences for Weeks 17 and 18 due to ankle and knee injuries. Achane took 29 touches for 198 yards and two touchdowns the past two weeks, and he should be ready to go for the postseason opener, be it as Miami's lead back or coming off the bench behind Mostert. The Dolphins should hold a more strenuous practice Thursday, after not practicing Tuesday…read more

Limited reps to open practice week

Achane (toe/ribs) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Both Achane and Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) were gauged as limited participants to kick off the week of prep ahead of Saturday's wild-card game in Kansas City, but the latter's health seems to be the bigger question mark. Mostert sat out the Dolphins' final two games of the regular season while managing just one limited practice appearance each week leading up to those contests, enabling Achane to see two of his larger workloads of the season. The rookie RB didn't sacrifice much efficiency with…read more

Hits pay dirt sans No. 1 RB

Achane rushed 10 times for 56 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-14 loss to Buffalo.

Analysis: Regular starter Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) missed his second game in as many weeks due to multiple lower-body injuries, which opened the door for Achane to continue operating as Miami's lead back while also scoring the team's lone rushing touchdown Sunday. The explosive rookie unfathomably neared 1,000 combined yards from scrimmage (936) while scoring 10 total touchdowns despite spending a good portion of his 10 active games operating in a change-of pace role behind Mostert. Achane was already…read more

Good to go Sunday

Achane (toe/ribs) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bills.

Analysis: Achane has been cleared to play in the regular-season finale after he was a full participant in Friday's practice. In the absence of Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) in a Week 17 loss to the Ravens, the rookie paced the Miami backfield with 18 touches (14 carries, four catches) for 137 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown, but Achane could settle into more of a timeshare arrangement if Mostert is able to make it back for Sunday's game. Mostert is carrying a questionable tag into the Week 18 contest…read more

Handles limited reps Thursday

Achane was a limited practice participant Thursday due to toe and rib injuries, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: The rib issue is a new concern for Achane, though Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald relays that the injury nor the lingering toe concern are expected to prevent the rookie from playing Sunday versus Buffalo. Meanwhile, fellow running back Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) was listed as a non-participant for the second day in a row and could be at risk of missing a second straight game this weekend. The Dolphins' final Week 18 injury report will be released Friday and will reveal whether Achane and/or…read more

Limited to start Week 18 prep

Achane was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to toe and rib injuries, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: The rib issue is new for Achane, but he's been dealing with the toe injury for weeks. With Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) sidelined for last week's 56-19 loss to the Ravens, Achane played 48 percent of the offensive snaps and carried 14 times for 107 yards while adding four catches for 30 yards and a touchdown on five targets. Achane will have two more chances to increase his practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against the Bills, but the early expectation is that the rookie running back…read more

Impressive in ugly loss

Achane rushed 14 times for 107 yards and secured four of five targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 56-19 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

Analysis: Achane led the Dolphins in rushing yards in the absence of Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee), outpacing backfield mate Jeff Wilson by 11 carries. The rookie also enjoyed a solid role in the passing game on the way to his fifth game with over 100 scrimmage yards. Achane could be poised for a critical role, whether or not Mostert is available, in Sunday's Week 18 home showdown against the Bills that will decide the AFC East title

Looks set for lead back role Sunday

Achane appears poised to lead the Dolphins backfield Sunday in Baltimore with Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) considered unlikely to be available for the Week 17 contest, Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network report.

Analysis: For a third consecutive week, Achane tended to a toe injury, ramping up his activity from none Wednesday to some one day later and then a full session Friday. The development was enough for him to avoid a Week 17 game designation, while Mostert's one limited practice to end the week left him questionable to suit up. Miami will be posting its inactive list about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, and assuming Mostert's name is included, Achane should take on lead back duties for the…read more

Will be available in Baltimore

Achane (toe) was a full participant in practice Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: Achane's toe injury won't keep him off the field Sunday, but there is less certainty over the availability of fellow running back Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle), whose only practice participation all week came in the form of a limited session Friday. If Mostert plays, he'll likely see the majority of touches in Miami's backfield over Achane and Jeff Wilson. Achane has logged between eight and 12 touches in each of the last three games.

Turns in limited practice

Achane (toe) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: After sitting out the Dolphins' first Week 17 practice session Wednesday, Achane took a step forward in terms of activity a day later. The Dolphins haven't suggested that Achane's lingering toe injury is anything that will seriously threaten his availability for Sunday's game against the Ravens, but fellow running back Raheem Mostert's (knee/ankle) status may be a little more uncertain. Mostert is still expected to play this weekend, but he was a non-participant in practices Wednesday and…read more

Returns to practice Thursday

Achane (toe) is participating in Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Achane missed practice Wednesday due to a toe injury that's lingered in recent weeks, but which didn't keep him out of last Sunday's win over the Cowboys. Still, it's worth noting that Achane wasn't spotted working with his position group Thursday, per David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel, meaning he likely won't take a full slate of reps. Raheem Mostert (ankle) scored versus Dallas but handled only 19 offensive snaps versus Achane's 35, so the health of Miami's backfield will be key…read more

Misses practice Wednesday

Achane (toe) didn't practice Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: The rookie running back has been dealing with the toe issue over the last few weeks but has played through it. Achane paced the Miami backfield in playing time in the team's 22-20 win over Dallas on Sunday, seeing action on 55 percent of the snaps while Raheem Mostert's role was reduced as he managed an ankle injury. Achane has handled single-digit carries in each of the last three contests, but he hasn't found the end zone while averaging 4.5 yards over his 23 totes during that stretch.

Turns eight touches into 31 yards

Achane (toe) rushed seven times for 24 yards and caught one of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 22-20 win over the Cowboys.

Analysis: Achane didn't take part in a full practice at any point this week while nursing a toe injury, but he was healthy enough to get clearance prior to kickoff Sunday. The explosive rookie finished with eight touches to starter Raheem Mostert's 12, but the latter scored Miami's only offensive touchdown Sunday and finished with the better fantasy line. Assuming he didn't aggravate his toe, Achane figures to hover around double-digit touches in a road matchup against the Ravens on Dec. 31.

Gets green light for Sunday

Achane (toe) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Cowboys, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Achane never took part in a full practice this week, but the Dolphins evidently came away encouraged enough from what they saw from the rookie in limited sessions Thursday and Friday to clear him for Sunday's contest. Since returning to action Week 13 following a one-game absence due to a knee issue, Achane hasn't played more than 59 percent of snaps in any of the ensuing three contests, but he's still produced 152 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 33 carries (4.6 average) to go with 11…read more

Coach believes he'll play

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that he expects Achane (toe) to play Sunday gainst the Cowboys, Hal Habib of the Palm Beach Post reports.

Analysis: McDaniel mentioned that Achane has been playing through injuries in recent weeks, so there's a still a decent chance that the rookie running back will carry an injury designation into Sunday's game. Before the Dolphins decide whether or not Achane takes a questionable tag into the weekend, the coaching staff will see what he's able to do in Friday's practice. Regardless, Achane looks poised to play Sunday, as does Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle), whose absences from practices Wednesday and Thursday…read more

Returns to limited practice

Achane (toe) was a limited participant Thursday in his return to practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: Achane played through the same injury last week, taking 12 touches for 62 yards in a 30-0 win over the Jets. He's on the right track to play again this Sunday against the Cowboys, having returned to practice Thursday after what was seemingly a precautionary absence Wednesday. The rookie figures to continue mixing in behind Raheem Mostert, whose absences from practice Wednesday and Thursday don't seem especially concerning given that the Dolphins have often held him out this season and are…read more

Back at practice Thursday

Achane (toe) was on the field for practice Thursday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane's presence at practice Thursday perhaps suggests that the running back's absence Wednesday may have been maintenance-related. The extent of Achane's participation in Thursday's session will be known when Miami releases its second Week 16 injury report later in the day.

Sits out practice Wednesday

Achane (toe) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice report, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Achane approached this past Sunday's 30-0 win over the Jets listed as questionable after having practice in a limited fashion Friday, but he suited up and finished with nine carries for 32 yards and three catches for 30 yards in the contest. With no reported setbacks to any Miami running backs since Sunday's game, the absences of both Achane and Raheem Mostert's (knee/ankle/veteran rest) to begin Week 16 prep look to be mostly precautionary.

Outplayed by Mostert again in win

Achane (toe) rushed nine times for 32 yards and caught all three of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 30-0 win over the Jets.

Analysis: Achane ceded goal-line opportunities to Raheem Mostert, who scored twice to raise his season rushing touchdown total to 18. Mostert had just 43 scrimmage yards on 17 touches, so neither speedy running back broke off many big plays. Achane's longest gain came on a 13-yard catch, though he also had a key play on the ground, converting on fourth-and-2 with a four-yard carry on the final play of the third quarter. Mostert has settled in as the top option in Miami's backfield heading into a Week 16…read more

Suits up Sunday

Achane (toe) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.

Analysis: Achane approached the contest listed as questionable after having been estimated as a non-participant Wednesday and Thursday, before working in a limited fashion Friday. Now that the dynamic rookie's active status has been confirmed, Achane will be available to continue to work in tandem with fellow RB Raheem Mostert. Even in a context in which the two work in some form of a time-share scenario, Achane has enough playmaking ability to yield fantasy dividends in Week 15, assuming no in-game…read more

Questionable for Sunday

Achane (toe) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets after logging a limited practice Friday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: After having been estimated as a non-participant Wednesday and Thursday, Achane was able to work in a limited fashion Friday, which gives him a chance to suit up this weekend. Ideally, added context regarding Achane's Week 15 status will arrive as Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff approaches, but if he ends up limited or out versus New York, Jeff Wilson would be in line to log added backfield work behind Raheem Mostert (knee).

Listed as non-participant again

Achane (toe) was listed as a non-participant for Thursday's walk-through practice, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: Achane now has been estimated as a non-participant on both of the Dolphins' first two Week 15 injury report, and head coach Mike McDaniel noted prior to Thursday's session that the rookie running back is an "unknown" for Sunday's game against the Jets at this stage of the week, per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald. The Dolphins are likely to hold a more traditional practice Friday, and if Achane is able to get back on the field in some capacity, he could clear up some of the concern about his…read more

Tending to toe issue this week

Achane was estimated as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice report due to a toe injury.

Analysis: Achane appeared on the Dolphins' Week 14 injury report due to a rib issue, though he was listed as a full practice participant Thursday through Saturday before he played 31 snaps and finished with 71 yards from scrimmage on 12 touches (seven carries, five receptions) in a 28-27 loss to Tennessee on Monday. The rookie running back is tending to a new injury Week 15, and unlike last week, he'll end up missing some practice reps as a result. If Achane is able to get back on the field in some…read more

Turns 12 touches into 71 yards

Achane rushed seven times for 47 yards while catching five of nine targets for 24 yards in Monday's 28-27 loss to the Titans.

Analysis: Achane played second fiddle on the ground to Raheem Mostert, who rushed 21 times for 96 yards and two touchdowns. The rookie running back actually led Miami in targets as star receiver Tyreek Hill was in and out of the game with an ankle injury, but Achane wasn't nearly as effective at getting into the open field without a healthy Hill on hand to divert the defense's attention. This was the first time in seven NFL appearances that Achane finished with double digits in yards from scrimmage, as…read more

Logs 20 touches in return

Achane rushed 17 times for 73 yards and two touchdowns and brought in three of four targets for 30 yards in the Dolphins' 45-15 win over the Commanders on Sunday.

Analysis: Making his return from a near two-game absence due to a reoccurrence of the knee injury that had led to a four-game stint on injured reserve, Achane was sparingly used early but saw his opportunity ramp up as the Dolphins expanded their lead. Achane ultimately garnered eight more touches than backfield mate Raheem Mostert, although that appeared to be the byproduct of game script. Nevertheless, Achane's electric speed is difficult to keep off the field, so he'll enjoy a solid complementary…read more

Off injury report

Achane (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Washington, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: The Dolphins made it official a few hours after coach Mike McDaniel announced Achane was ready to return. The rookie had a setback with his knee in his first game back from a stint on injured reserve, but the Dolphins don't seem too worried about a significant aggravation occurring. Achane figures to share backfield work with Raheem Mostert and possibly Jeff Wilson as well.

Coach says he's playing Week 13

Coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that Achane (knee) will play Sunday against the Commanders, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: It remains to be seen whether Achane is given an injury designation when Miami's Week 13 injury report comes out later Friday, but even if he winds up getting a questionable tag, the team plans for the rookie running back to make his return Sunday. Achane has missed five of the past six games due to a knee injury, but he preceded this stretch of unavailability with 518 yards from scrimmage and seven touchdowns over a three-game span.

Maintains limited practice activity

Achane (knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: After sitting out the Dolphins' 34-13 win over the Jets last Friday, Achane has opened Week 13 prep with a pair of limited practices. Though the aggravation his knee injury doesn't look to be anything that will put him at risk of another stint on injured reserve, Achane may need to put in a full practice Friday to avoid a second straight missed game this Sunday in Washington. If Achane can't play, Jeff Wilson would likely be in line to work in a supporting role behind lead back Raheem Mostert…read more

Remains limited in practice

Achane (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: Achane also was listed as limited each day last week, after aggravating his knee injury in the first quarter of a Week 11 win over the Raiders. He ended up missing the Dolphins' 34-13 win over the Jets last Friday, but a return for this Sunday's game at Washington is possible given that the Dolphins reportedly aren't expecting him to be headed for another long-term absence. Jeff Wilson will likely serve as the top backup to Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) again in the event Achane misses another…read more

Won't play Friday

Achane (knee) is inactive for Friday's game against the Jets.

Analysis: Achane approached the contest listed as questionable, but he'll sit out on a short week after the knee issue flared up just three snaps into his return from a four-game absence in this past Sunday's win over the Raiders. In Achane's absence, Raheem Mostert is in line to lead Miami's backfield Friday, with Jeff Wilson on hand to provide support and Darrynton Evans available as a third option out of the backfield. Achane will now target a potential return to action Dec. 3 against the Commanders.

Not expected to face Jets

Achane (knee) isn't expected to play Friday against the Jets, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane is officially listed as questionable, but Pelissero indicates that the running back is trending toward missing the Week 12 contest after tweaking his knee in this past Sunday's 20-13 win over the Raiders in his return from a four-game absence. Assuming Achane is officially ruled out when Miami releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Friday's 3 p.m. ET kickoff, Raheem Mostert would be in line to lead Miami's backfield, with Jeff Wilson and Darrynton Evans also available to mix in.

Questionable for Friday

Achane (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jets, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Per Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site, Achane remained listed as limited on Thursday's practice estimate, and with the official questionable listing, the rookie running back's status for Friday's 3:00 pm ET kickoff is uncertain. If Achane is unavailable for the contest, Jeff Wilson and Darrynton Evans would be candidates to log complementary snaps behind Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee), who doesn't carry a Week 12 injury designation.

Practices in limited fashion

Achane (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Analysis: For the second day in a row, Achane appears on Miami's injury report as a limited practice participant, though the running back was actually able to get on the field Wednesday after Tuesday's practice report was merely an estimate. According to Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald, head coach Mike McDaniel said earlier Wednesday that the team is comfortable with Achane from a medical standpoint after he played just a handful of snaps in this past Sunday's win over the Raiders before exiting with…read more

In line to practice Wednesday

Achane (knee) is slated to practice Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Per Rapoport, head coach Mike McDaniel suggested that how Achane fares during Wednesday's session will determine how much (if at all) the running back will play Friday against the Jets. If Achane ends up sitting out Week 12 or is available only in a limited capacity, Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee) would likely remain busy as the Dolphins' lead back. Jeff Wilson, who was a healthy inactive in the Week 11 win over the Raiders, would also be a candidate to re-enter the backfield mix in a…read more

Gets limited listing Tuesday

Achane (knee) was listed as limited on Tuesday's practice estimate, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: The rookie running back didn't last long Sunday in his first game action since Week 5, as Achane made an early exit after another player landed on his knee. Coach Mike McDaniel told Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network that Achane was held out as a precaution because it was the same knee that forced the running back's stint on IR. On Monday, McDaniel called the RB "day-to-day" and didn't rule him out for Friday's game at the Jets, per Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. With a limited…read more

Not ruled out for Week 12

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Achane (knee) is day-to-day and hasn't been ruled out for Friday's game against the Jets, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: McDaniel confirmed that Achane is dealing with an injury to the same knee that recently caused him to spend four games on injured reserve before he was activated ahead of Sunday's 20-13 win over the Raiders, per Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network. The coach added that Achane won't require surgery, but with the Dolphins facing a quick turnaround for their Week 12 game, the rookie running back may face an uphill battle to gain clearance for that contest. If Achane isn't able to play in New York, Raheem…read more

McDaniel explains RB's exit

Coach Mike McDaniel said after Sunday's win against the Raiders that Achane's abbreviated outing was spurred by the running back's knee getting landed on, and the Dolphins exercised caution because it was the same knee that forced his recent IR stint, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane's Week 11 came to a close during the second quarter of Sunday's game, and while McDaniel received positive feedback from Miami's training staff regarding the rookie's knee, he didn't return despite his pleas to do so. As a result, Achane was contained to a disappointing one carry for one yard and one catch for four yards. There's a chance his activity level is impacted this week as the Dolphins prepare for Friday's road matchup with the Jets, but it doesn't appear as if he's in danger of…read more

Exits game with knee issue

Achane was forced out of Sunday's game against the Raiders with a knee injury.

Analysis: It remains be seen if Achane's knee injury is an aggravation of the one he dealt with before coming off IR, or unrelated to that. Prior to his exit from Sunday's contest, Achane ran once for one yard and caught his only target for four yards.

Cleared for return to lineup

Achane (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Analysis: Achane ended up spending the minimum four games on injured reserve with the knee issue that has sidelined him since Week 6. Following their Week 10 bye, the Dolphins cleared Achane to return to practice, and he turned in three limited sessions before taking a questionable tag into the weekend. The Dolphins ultimately reinstated Achane from IR on Saturday to formally add him to the 53-man roster, and the expectation is that the dynamic rookie will be a "full go" in his return to the lineup, per…read more

Coming off IR

The Dolphins are activating Achane (knee) from injured reserve Saturday. He remains questionable for Sunday's contest against Las Vegas.

Analysis: Achane is already listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, but his official activation from IR on Saturday is a necessary prerequisite to him suiting up for Week 11. The explosive rookie has missed Miami's last four games due to a knee sprain, so it's unclear whether he'll handle his full assortment of snaps if cleared to play Sunday, with Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee) and Jeff Wilson both expected to be available. Still, considering Achane's big-play ability and capacity to…read more

Listed as questionable for Week 11

Achane (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: The Dolphins designated Achane for return from injured reserve Monday, and he followed it up with three limited practices during Week 11 prep. Coach Mike McDaniel told David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel on Friday that the Dolphins are "prepared to" activate Achane from IR and are "very optimistic about that" happening. The team must do so by Saturday afternoon in order for the rookie running back to have a chance to play this weekend. If Achane rejoins Miami's backfield Sunday, he…read more

Trending toward playing Sunday

Coach Mike McDaniel relayed that the Dolphins are "prepared to" activate Achane (knee) off IR ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders, with a decision on that front in line to be made after Friday's practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: In terms of Achane returning this weekend, McDaniel is "very optimistic about that" on the heels of the running back logging back-to-back limited practices Wednesday and Thursday. Assuming Achane is activated ahead of Saturday afternoon's deadline to do so, the 2023 third-rounder would presumably reenter a timeshare with Raheem Mostert (ankle/knee), though even in that context Achane has enough playmaking ability to merit fantasy lineup consideration Week 11.

Opens week as limited participant

Achane (knee) was a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Analysis: Achane's inability to take every rep Wednesday doesn't come as a major surprise following a five-week, four-game layoff before he was designated for return from injured reserve, though multiple Dolphins beat reporters said Achane looked good during the open portion of the session and wasn't using any kind of brace or sleeve over his injured knee. Veteran back Raheem Mostert (knee/ankle) was also a limited participant Wednesday, but the Dolphins have provided no indication that either of his…read more

Practicing again

Achane (knee) is participating in practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Oyefusi relayed that the running back looked "spry" in his first official practice session since Week 5, with Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com also noting that Achane wasn't wearing a non-contact jersey and wasn't using a brace or sleeve over his knee. The early signs point to Achane returning to action for Sunday's game against the Raiders, though it remains to be seen if the Dolphins list Achane as a full or limited participant at Wednesday's practice.

Practice window opens

The Dolphins announced Monday that Achane (knee) has been designated for return from IR, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Achane will be eligible to retake the field as soon as Sunday's contest against the Raiders, but Miami does have a 21-day practice window in which to evaluate him. The electric rookie will resume working alongside veteran Raheem Mostert in the Dolphins backfield once he's activated, and Achane could claim the lead role quickly given Mostert's somewhat lackluster production in recent weeks. Coach Mike McDaniel confirmed Monday that Achane's injury was a sprain and not a tear, per Marcel…read more

Trending toward Week 11 return

Coach Mike McDaniel noted Monday that Achane (knee) hasn't experienced any setbacks, adding that he doesn't see any reason why the running back won't be ready to return from IR when he's eligible to do so following the Dolphins' bye week, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: That aligns with previous reports suggesting that Achane wasn't expected to miss more than the necessary four games on his IR stint, though McDaniel did acknowledge that the Dolphins plan to take things "one day at a time" with the rookie back ahead of the team's Nov. 19 contest against the Raiders. Once he's ready to rejoin the lineup, Achane figures to reenter a timeshare with Raheem Mostert, though given how explosive the 2023 third-rounder looked before his injury, we'd expect the Dolphins…read more

Eyeing Week 11 return

Achane (knee) is expected to miss the minimum four games while on injured reserve and will likely be activated ahead of the Dolphins' Week 11 game against the Raiders on Nov. 19, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Though the Dolphins haven't provided many details regarding the knee injury that forced Achane to IR on Wednesday, the rookie running back appears to have avoided a season-ending injury and looks to be on pace for a return following the Dolphins' Week 10 bye. While Achane's timeline could change if he endures any hiccups in the rehab process over the next month, fantasy managers in redraft leagues are advised to continue stashing the 22-year-old, given the immense upside he displayed through…read more

Officially moves to IR

The Dolphins placed Achane (knee) on injured reserve Wednesday.

Analysis: Achane will miss at least four games while on IR, and with the Dolphins on bye Week 10, the soonest the running back will be able to return to action is Week 11 versus the Raiders. While Achane is sidelined, Raheem Mostert is likely to lead Miami's backfield, with Jeff Wilson (ribs) slated to practice this week and a candidate to settle in as the No. 2 option once he's activated from IR. For now, Chris Brooks and Salvon Ahmed are the depth options behind Mostert on the Dolphins' 53-man roster.

Pending IR move confirmed

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel confirmed Wednesday that Achane (knee) will be placed on injured reserve, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

Analysis: The Dolphins haven't yet made the transaction official, but whenever Achane lands on IR, he'll be forced to miss at least four games. The rookie running back would then be eligible to return the field after the team's bye, meaning the Dolphins' Week 11 matchup versus the Raiders will be his earliest chance to play. Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports that McDaniel declined to reveal whether Achane's knee injury could require surgery, but said the issue is "not grave."

Expected to go on IR

The Dolphins plan to place Achane (knee) on injured reserve this week, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Once the move becomes official, Achane would then be forced to miss at least four games. With the Dolphins on bye Week 10, the soonest the running back could return to action would be Week 11 versus the Raiders. In Achane's looming absence, Raheem Mostert is slated to lead Miami's backfield, with Chris Brooks and Salvon Ahmed tentatively in line to serve in depth roles behind him. Meanwhile, Jeff Wilson (ribs) is expected to be designated for return from injured reserve and could be added to…read more

Likely out multiple weeks

Achane is expected to miss multiple weeks due to the knee injury he sustained in Miami's win over the Giants on Sunday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane's injury isn't believed to be season-ending, but it could sideline the electric rookie for a significant stretch. If the Dolphins end up placing him on IR, Achane will be forced to miss at least four games. The expected return of Jeff Wilson (ribs) to practice will at least do something to alleviate Achane's loss, but replacing the 2023 third-round pick -- who is averaging 151.7 rushing yards per game over the last three weeks -- will be easier said than done. Heading into the Dolphins'…read more

Knee injury being evaluated

Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Achane is being evaluated for a knee injury sustained during Sunday's win over the Giants, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Achane rushed 11 times for 151 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-16 win over the Giants while also securing his only target for 14 yards, but he was forced off the field in the fourth quarter. If the electric rookie is forced to miss any time, Salvon Ahmed and/or Chris Brooks would have a chance to handle increased carries behind Raheem Mostert, who would stand to operate as the clear No. 1 option without Achane present. Meanwhile, Jeff Wilson (ribs) also appears slated to come off IR…read more

Strikes for big plays Sunday

Achane rushed 11 times for 151 yards and a touchdown and brought in his only target for 14 yards in the Dolphins' 31-16 win over the Giants on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

Analysis: Achane's blazing speed once again manifested itself against a helpless opponent, with the rookie taking a pitch and exploding up the left side for a 76-yard touchdown early in the second quarter. While that play accounted for just over half of Achane's rushing yardage tally for the day, he also averaged 7.5 yards per carry on his other 10 totes, a testament to his elite efficiency. Achane has now eclipsed the 100-yard mark in three consecutive games, gaining an astounding 455 yards and scoring…read more

Two more touchdowns in Week 4 loss

Achane rushed eight times for 101 yards and two touchdowns and brought in three of five targets for 19 yards in the Dolphins' 48-20 loss to the Bills on Sunday.

Analysis: The standout rookie recorded his fifth and sixth touchdowns in the last two games via three- and 10-yard scoring runs in the first and second quarters, respectively. Achane finished with one more carry and the same amount of targets as lead back Raheem Mostert, who committed two fumbles, but that also could have been partly a byproduct of game script. Nevertheless, Achane was easily the more effective of the two backs, so the division of labor in the ground attack will be one to watch in a Week…read more

Could get increased work

Achane is expected to receive an increased workload in Sunday's game against the Bills while the Dolphins attempt to use him more frequently, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Schefter doesn't go into specifics regarding what exactly Achane's workload will look like or if starter Raheem Mostert will lose snaps as a result, but the two backs may operate in more of a timeshare Week 4 after the rookie turned in a breakout performance in his second NFL game in last Sunday's 70-20 win over the Broncos. Though Mostert turned in a strong effort in his own right with four touchdowns and 142 yards on 20 touches (13 carries, seven receptions), Achane outdid him with four…read more

Eclipses 200-yard mark in win

Achane rushed 18 times for 203 yards and two touchdowns and brought in all four targets for 30 yards and two more scores in the Dolphins' 70-20 win over the Broncos on Sunday.

Analysis: Tasked with No. 2 running back duties as a result of Salvon Ahmed's absence due to a groin injury, Achane ended up making the most of a larger-than-expected workload that he had a role in creating by helping the Dolphins jump out to an insurmountable lead. The explosive rookie scored via both the run and air in the first half, recording an eight-yard first-quarter touchdown rush before finding the end zone on a nifty shovel pass from Tua Tagovailoa from four yards out in the second quarter.…read more

Could be No. 2 back Week 3

Achane could serve as the top backup to starting running back Raheem Mostert in Sunday's game against the Broncos with Salvon Ahmed (groin) looking unlikely to play and with Jeff Wilson (ribs/finger) on injured reserve for at least two more games, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.

Analysis: After sitting out Week 1 while getting extra time to recover from a preseason shoulder injury, Achane made his NFL debut in the Dolphins' Week 2 win at New England. Though he handled only a limited role, Achane made the most of his five snaps on offense, carrying once for a five-yard gain and reeling in his lone target for a four-yard gain. Ahmed currently sits directly behind Mostert on the depth chart, but after missing practices Wednesday and Thursday, he appears to be trending toward…read more

Praised by coach, could play more

Head coach Mike McDaniel said Achane could serve as the top backup to starter Raheem Mostert in Sunday's game against the Broncos with Salvon Ahmed (groin) set to miss the Dolphins' first two practices of Week 3, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: McDaniel said Achane "did well with his opportunities" in his NFL debut Week 2 at New England, carrying once for a five-yard gain and reeling in his lone target for a four-yard gain across five snaps on offense. With Achane's preseason shoulder injury behind him, the rookie third-round pick could be in store for more touches Week 3 if Ahmed joins Jeff Wilson (abdomen) on the sideline.

Quiet pro debut

Achane (shoulder) had one carry for five yards and caught his lone target for four yards in Sunday's 24-17 win over the Patriots.

Analysis: Achane was able to make his NFL debut after missing the Dolphins' first game due to a shoulder injury sustained in the preseason. The third-round rookie was used sparingly as starter Raheem Mostert carried the offense with 121 rushing yards and two scores. Fellow backup Salvon Ahmed suffered a groin injury in Sunday's win, so Achane may see his role increase against the Broncos next Sunday.

Making NFL debut on SNF

Achane (shoulder) is active and will make his NFL debut Sunday against the Patriots, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane sat out Miami's Week 1 win over the Chargers, but the 2023 third-round pick is suiting up on SNF against the AFC East rival Patriots. Raheem Mostert -- who doesn't carry an injury designation after battling a knee injury earlier in the week -- is expected to lead Miami's backfield, but Achane's speed could allow him to find success in a change-of-pace role for an offense that remains without Jeff Wilson (abdomen).

No designation for Week 2

Achane (shoulder) was a full participant in practices Wednesday through Friday and enters Sunday's game against the Patriots without an injury designation.

Analysis: Achane also entered the Dolphins' Week 1 matchup with the Chargers without an injury designation, but he ended up being inactive for the contest while Miami elected to take a cautious approach with the rookie running back after he sustained a shoulder injury in an Aug. 19 preseason game that had limited his practice time leading up to the season opener. Now that he's had a chance to get another full week of practice reps under his belt, Achane may have a better chance to make his NFL debut…read more

Full participant in practice

Achane was a full participant in practice Wednesday.

Analysis: Achane approached this past Sunday's game against the Chargers without an injury designation, but he ended up being a healthy inactive after he missed time in the preseason due to the shoulder injury. Now that he's had some more time to practice, Achane should be ready to make his NFL debut this weekend at New England. Top back Raheem Mostert missed practice Wednesday with a knee injury, and if Mostert isn't at full health by the time Sunday rolls around, Achane could end up taking on a…read more

Inactive Sunday, as expected

Achane (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Chargers.

Analysis: Reports emerged earlier Sunday that Achane was headed for healthy scratch status, and that is now official. Raheem Mostert and Salvon Ahmed figure to handle the bulk, if not all, of the Dolphins' rushing work against the Chargers with Achane inactive. Meanwhile, the rookie third-round pick, who'd seemingly shed a preseason shoulder injury when he put in three full practices during Week 1 prep, will turn his attention to potentially making his NFL debut Week 2 on the road against the…read more

Set for Week 1 inactive list

The Dolphins are expected to make Achane inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: The rookie third-round pick out of Texas A&M doesn't approach the season opener with an injury designation after putting in full practices Wednesday through Friday, but the Dolphins will push back his NFL debut at least one week after Achane missed extensive time in the preseason after injuring his shoulder in an Aug. 19 exhibition against the Texans. With Achane on the sideline for Week 1, Salvon Ahmed should be locked in as the clear top backup to starting running back Raheem Mostert.

Starts as full participant

Achane (shoulder) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: Achane is practicing without limitations 18 days after being carted off to the locker room during a preseason game. Though Achane seems to have received a clean bill of health, he may not be in store for a significant role Sunday against Los Angeles in his NFL debut. Raheem Mostert is expected to start and veteran backup Salvon Ahmed (back) also managed full practice participation Wednesday.

Sheds non-contact jersey

Achane (shoulder) is practicing Monday without a red non-contact jersey, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Achane taking contact again represents a significant step forward in his recovery from a lingering shoulder injury. The rookie third-round pick will continue to do all he can to gain clearance for Sunday's game against the Chargers, as, with Jeff Wilson (abdomen) on IR, he would face significant opportunity if healthy. If Achane can't go Week 1, however, Salvon Ahmed (neck) could get a chance to work as the top backup to Raheem Mostert.

Returning to practice

Coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Achane (shoulder) is expected to participate in practice, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Achane will practice for the first time since suffering a shoulder injury in preseason action Aug. 19. Even assuming the rookie third-round pick is limited in his return to the field Monday, that would represent a positive step in the right direction as he works to gain clearance for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Chargers. With Jeff Wilson (abdomen) on IR, Achane could get an opportunity to immediately operate as the No. 2 option behind starting running back Raheem Mostert, when…read more

Should return to practice soon

Coach Mike McDaniel said Thursday that he expects Achane (shoulder) will return to practice "sooner rather than later," Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: The rookie has been a limited participant in a non-contact jersey this week, working his way back after suffering a shoulder injury Aug. 19 in Miami's second preseason game. With Jeff Wilson (abdomen) on IR and out for at least the first four games, the Dolphins have Achane, Salvon Ahmed (neck) and Chris Brooks as options to spell starting running back Raheem Mostert, who has played more than 11 games twice in eight seasons. Achane has a nice chance to earn snaps and touches once he gets his…read more

Practicing in non-contact jersey

Achane (shoulder) is taking part in practice Wednesday while sporting a red non-contact jersey, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: The fact that Achane hasn't been cleared to take contact isn't ideal but at least puts the rookie a step ahead of Jeff Wilson (undisclosed) and Salvon Ahmed (head), both of whom missed Wednesday's practice entirely. All three still have a week and a half to get ready for the Dolphins' Sept. 10 season opener against the Chargers, though it's difficult to discern what the backfield roles will look like apart from Raheem Mostert serving as the starter. Achane, a third-round pick, was deemed…read more

Considered week-to-week

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday that Achane is week-to-week with a shoulder injury, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: On the plus side, the report notes that Achane avoided a serious injury during Saturday's preseason game against the Texans after having a defensive lineman fall on him, but at this stage it appears safe to assume that the 2023 third-rounder won't play in this weekend's preseason finale against the Jaguars. Once Achane is ready to return to the mix, he'll have an opportunity to secure a role in a Miami backfield that also rosters Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson, Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed.…read more

Injures shoulder Saturday

Coach Mike McDaniel confirmed that Achane sustained a shoulder injury during Saturday's preseason game against the Texans, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald, the Dolphins expect to find out more about the running back's injury Sunday, but at a minimum Achane's status for the team's preseason finale is unclear. Prior to his injury, the 2023 third-rounder logged six carries for 27 yards.

Carted off the field Saturday

Achane (undisclosed) was carted to the locker room during Saturday's preseason game against the Texans, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis: Prior to that, Achane had logged six carries for 27 yards. Per Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com, Achane left the field under his own power, but was clearly in pain with what could be a possible shoulder issue.

Makes impact as receiver

Achane carried the ball 10 times for 25 yards and caught all four of his targets for 41 yards in Friday's preseason loss to the Falcons. He also gained 38 yards on one kickoff return.

Analysis: The 2023 third-round pick flashed his elite speed and elusiveness on the opening kickoff, but Achane then had to watch veteran Myles Gaskin handle the lead role in the backfield into the second quarter. When he finally began to mix into the offense, Achane struggled on the ground, with his longest run going for only six yards, but he wound up leading Miami in catches and receiving yards. The Texas A&M product might not see much touch volume behind Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson (undisclosed)…read more

Back at practice

Achane (undisclosed) returned to practice Tuesday, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: Achane missed a few days of practice due to an undisclosed injury sustained Saturday, but he was back on the field in full uniform a couple days later. The undersized rookie has made a handful of highlight plays in training camp already, so it will be interesting to see what he's able to accomplish in preseason action. His first chance could come as early as Friday's contest against Atlanta.

Day-to-day following injury

Head coach Mike McDaniel listed Achane as "day-to-day" after the running back didn't suit up for Saturday's practice due to an undisclosed injury, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

Analysis: Achane has made an early impression with the Miami coaching staff even though the rookie third-round pick has yet to separate himself from veterans Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson. An absolute speed merchant, Achane projects to see a limited workload immediately and could grow into a larger role in the event Mostert and/or Wilson struggle to create explosive plays with their combined touches.