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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Bright spot in disappointing loss
De'Von Achane rushed 22 times for 96 yards and secured all seven targets for 69 yards and a touchdown in the Miami Dolphins' 31-10 loss to the Bills on Thursday night.Achane was the biggest part of the Dolphins offense on a troublesome night overall that saw Tua Tagovailoa exit with a concussion late in the third quarter. Miami struggled to move the ball all night even when Tagovailoa was in the contest, with the notable exception of the majority of times it was in Achane's hands. The explosive second-year pro scored his team's only touchdown on a five-yard reception in the first quarter, and he handled a career-high 22-carry workload well in the absence of Raheem Mostert (chest). Achane also has encouragingly drawn 14 targets over the first two games and caught all of them while averaging 10.4 yards per grab. Irrespective of who's under center, the heavy usage should continue for arguably the Dolphins' best all-around offensive player in a Week 3 road matchup versus the Seahawks on Sunday, Sept. 22.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Suits up Thursday
De'Von Achane (ankle) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Bills.Achane was listed as a non-participant on the Miami Dolphins' first two posted practice reports following the team's 20-17 win over the Jaguars this past Sunday, but he was able return to the field for Wednesday's walkthrough and deemed a limited participant. With his active status versus Buffalo confirmed and fellow RB Raheem Mostert (chest) inactive, Achane -- who carried 10 times for 24 yards and a TD and had seven catches for 76 yards against Jacksonville -- should have an opportunity to play a key role in Miami's Week 2 game plan in the absence of any limitations or in-game setbacks. Also in the team's backfield mix Thursday are Jeff Wilson and speedy fourth-round rookie Jaylen Wright, with both players likely to mix in as Achane works through his ankle issue.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Status hinges on pregame workout
De'Von Achane (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Bills, will have his availability determined based on how he fares in a pregame workout, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.After logging 17 touches in the Miami Dolphins' Week 1 win over the Jaguars this past Sunday, Achane was listed as a non-participant on Miami's first two practice reports released Monday and Tuesday. He returned to the field for Wednesday's walk-through practice, albeit as a limited participant. Head coach Mike McDaniel termed Achane as a game-time decision prior to the practice session, but Rapoport relays that Dolphins came away encouraged by how the running back looked Wednesday and have optimism that he plays. Official word on Achane's status -- one way or the other -- won't arrive until the Dolphins release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. If Achane gets the green light to play, he should draw the start with Raheem Mostert (chest) already ruled out, though the Dolphins may not be keen on having Achane handle a heavy workload on a short week. Jeff Wilson and Jaylen Wright are on hand as depth options in the backfield and are likely to take on elevated roles Thursday.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Listed questionable for Thursday
De'Von Achane was a limited participant in Wednesday's walk-through practice and is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Bills, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.After being listed as a non-participant on Miami's first two Week 2 practice reports, Achane was back on the field Wednesday. Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post relays that the second-year running back was moving around well during the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, but head coach Mike McDaniel still labeled Achane a game-time decision for Thursday, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Meanwhile, Raheem Mostert (chest) has already been ruled out for Thursday, so Miami would be down its top two backs if Achane is included on the Miami Dolphins' inactive list, which will be released 90 minutes prior to the game's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. Jeff Wilson and Jaylen Wright both look likely to have expanded roles Thursday in any case, though the extent of their involvement will depend heavily on whether Achane is out or limited.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Viewed as game-time decision
Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel said Wednesday that De'Von Achane (ankle) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's matchup against the Bills, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.McDaniel ruled out Raheem Mostert (chest) but was more guarded with respect to Achane's availability for Week 2. The second-year back was listed as a non-participant on the Dolphins' estimated practice reports for Monday and Tuesday, so much could hinge on how much activity he's able to handle during Wednesday's session. Though Mostert's absence would theoretically open up more reps for Achane if the latter is cleared to play, the Dolphins could instead choose to expand the roles of veteran Jeff Wilson and rookie fourth-round pick Jaylen Wright in order to keep Achane's workload in check.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Sits out walk-through practice
De'Von Achane (ankle) was listed as a non-participant Tuesday in the Miami Dolphins' walk-through practice, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.Miami has listed Achane as a non-participant in both of its first two Week 2 injury reports, though the team hasn't held a formal practice session following Sunday's 20-17 win over the Jaguars. Achane carried 10 times for 24 yards and a touchdown to go with seven catches for 76 yards over his 35 snaps in the victory, so the Dolphins may be keen on building in some rest for him coming off the busy Week 1 performance. Head coach Mike McDaniel hasn't indicated that Achane's listed ankle issue is anything worrisome, though the second-year back may need to log some listed practice activity Wednesday to avoid taking a designation into Thursday's matchup with the Bills.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Estimated as non-participant
De'Von Achane (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.The same applies to Raheem Mostert (chest), an indication that both of Miami's top backs came out of Week 1 action banged up. As a result, the duo's status will need to be monitored ahead of Thursday night's game against the Bills. If one or both players are limited or out for the contest, added snaps would be available for Jeff Wilson, while Jaylen Wright could be active Week 2 after being a healthy scratch in Sunday's season-opening win over the Jaguars.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Heavy work as receiver Sunday
De'Von Achane rushed 10 times for 24 yards and a touchdown and secured all seven targets for 76 yards in the Miami Dolphins' 20-17 win over the Jaguars on Sunday.Achane was the Dolphins' team leader in rush attempts, outpacing backfield mates Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson by four and five carries, respectively. However, while running room was at a premium as clearly indicated by Achane's final line, he put in highly productive work in the passing game and finished tied with Tyreek Hill for the team lead in receptions. Whether the division of labor in Miami's backfield was a harbinger of what's to come this season is difficult to determine after a one-game sample, but Achane's overall usage underscores how often head coach Mike McDaniel clearly wants the ball in the explosive second-year back's hands. Achane next takes aim at the Bills defense in a Week 2 Thursday night clash.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Efficient showing in preseason win
De'Von Achane rushed twice for 10 yards and secured two of three targets for 34 yards in the Miami Dolphins' 13-6 preseason win over the Commanders on Saturday night.The second-year back took his first carry with 7:29 remaining in the first quarter and played a total of three possessions. Achane recorded chunk gains of seven yards on the ground and eight and 26 yards through the air, flashing the signature explosiveness that made him a rookie sensation in 2023. Achane already appears in regular-season form, but it remains to be seen if he'll have a chance to garner a few more touches in Friday night's road preseason finale against the Buccaneers.
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Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Mental strides entering Year 2
Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith praised De'Von Achane's improved "understanding of the offense" Thursday, saying "he's really made substantial growth," Adam Stites of USA Today reports.Achane said earlier this offseason that he's added muscle and improved his route running, and it appears that he's made a substantial mental leap as well. Even in a crowded backfield that also houses Raheem Mostert, rookie fourth-round pick Jaylen Wright and veteran Jeff Wilson, it's difficult to ignore Achane's positive offseason momentum, especially coming off a rookie campaign in which he averaged 7.8 YPC on 103 carries during the regular season, including four games with over 100 rushing yards. If Achane is able to maintain similar efficiency while both staying healthy and retaining a large workload, he'll have a clear path to superstardom and elite fantasy production, and thus far it appears he's put himself in prime position to make good on that potential. Of course, Achane's small frame remains a concern despite added muscle, especially after he missed he missed five games and most of a sixth due to injury as a rookie. Still, if his building offseason drumbeat is to be believed, Achane's explosiveness, improvement as a receiver, and upgraded mental game could be enough for consistent high-end production, even without a true workhorse role.
De'Von Achane
#28 RB / Miami Dolphins / EXP: 2YRS Height: 5-9 Weight: 188 lb Age: 22 College: Texas A&M Bye 6Fantasy Points by Week
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