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Dolphins RB De’Von Achane set to play vs. Steelers

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Dolphins running back De’Von Achane will be ready to play Monday against the host Pittsburgh Steelers, Miami head coach Mike McDaniel announced Saturday.

Achane, who is nursing a rib injury, is listed as questionable to play for the Dolphins (6-7) versus the Steelers (7-6).

Perhaps the news comes as little surprise given that McDaniel previously noted that Achane could have returned in the second half of last weekend’s game against the New York Jets. Miami was in firm control of the game at the time and extended its win streak to four games with a 34-10 victory over the Jets.

Achane, 24, sustained his injury after he landed on the ball following a 29-yard carry in the second quarter. He finished with 92 yards on seven carries with a touchdown and one reception for 13 yards.

Achane has rushed 193 times for 1,126 yards and seven touchdowns to go along with 55 receptions for 383 yards and four scores in 13 games (all starts) this season.

He has rushed for 2,833 yards on 499 carries with 21 touchdowns in 41 career games (33 starts) since being selected by the Dolphins in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft out of Texas A&M.

–Field Level Media

Dolphins RB De’Von Achane (ribs) ‘looks good’ to play vs. Steelers

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Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane on Monday underwent an MRI, which showed no fracture after he injured his ribs in Sunday’s victory over the New York Jets.

In his Monday press conference, Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said the 24-year-old Achane will have treatment and rest up ahead of next Monday night’s game at the AFC North-leading Pittsburgh Steelers (7-6).

“I know he’s highly motivated to play,” McDaniel said. “And we’re benefiting (from) an extra day before the (Monday night) game. He was very clear during the game that if I needed him, he could go out there, however it was uncomfortable. It felt better today.”

McDaniel added that Achane’s availability for the Pittsburgh game “looks good.”

McDaniel said the third-year back suffered the injury when he landed on the ball after a 29-yard carry in the second quarter of the 34-10 home victory. Achane finished with 92 yards on seven carries and one reception for 13 yards in Miami’s fourth straight win.

A third-round pick out of Texas A&M in 2023, Achane has rushed 193 times for 1,126 yards and seven touchdowns along with 55 receptions for 383 yards and four scores in 13 games (all starts) this season. In three seasons with the Dolphins (6-7), he has rushed for 2,833 yards on 499 carries with 21 touchdowns. He’s also compiled 160 catches for 1,172 yards and 13 scores.

–Field Level Media

Jets QB Tyrod Taylor (groin) knocked out vs. Dolphins, Brady Cook in

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The New York Jets lost quarterback Tyrod Taylor in the first quarter of Sunday’s home game against the Miami Dolphins when he suffered a groin injury.

Taylor was deemed doubtful to return. He exited the game after throwing an interception to linebacker Tyrel Dodson on the Jets’ second drive.

Taylor made his third consecutive start for the injured Justin Fields, and completed one pass on four attempts for six yards before leaving the game.

Undrafted rookie Brady Cook replaced Taylor and has played since.

The Dolphins, meanwhile, lost running back De’Von Achane to a rib injury.

Achane ran for 92 yards and a touchdown on seven carries and caught one pass for 13 yards before exiting with 7:10 left in the second quarter.

Also for the Jets, defensive lineman Tyler Baron (knee) is out for the game while for the Dolphins, safety Elijah Campbell (knee, ankle) and linebacker Caleb Johnson (shoulder) are out.

–Field Level Media

Jul 29, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) works during training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Dolphins TE Darren Waller doubtful vs. Colts

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Miami Dolphins tight end Darren Waller’s official NFL return after a one-year retirement likely isn’t going to happen in Week 1, head coach Mike McDaniel told reporters Friday.

Per McDaniel, Waller suffered a hip strain before Wednesday’s practice and then suffered a setback on Thursday which is expected to keep him out of the Dolphins’ season opener at Indianapolis on Sunday.

“While trying to prevent a setback, he had a setback,” McDaniel said. “So what does that mean? It means he’s being challenged. The most eager player to play has another challenge. I know he’s up for it, but I don’t think he’s going to play this week, which wasn’t planned.”

In better news on the Dolphins’ front, McDaniel said that wide receiver Tyreek Hill (oblique/calf) and running back De’Von Achane (calf) are both “absolutely” on track to play Sunday after they were listed as limited participants in Wednesday’s practice.

Waller, who turns 33 on Sept. 13, retired in June 2024 after one season with the New York Giants, citing health concerns and a loss of passion for football. However, he returned this summer, coming out of retirement on July 1 as he was traded to the Dolphins.

A former sixth-round pick, Waller had a pair of consecutive 1,000-yard seasons with the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders in 2019-20. He made his only Pro Bowl appearance in 2020 after amassing a career-high 1,196 receiving yards and nine touchdowns.

Waller has 4,124 career receiving yards over eight NFL seasons with Baltimore (2015-16), the Raiders (2017-2022) and Giants (2023).

Hill has had a tumultuous offseason in which he’s publicly pondered his future in Miami. However, he remains on the team and a top target for quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, with 4,468 yards and 26 touchdowns over three seasons as a member of the Dolphins.

Achane has 1,707 rushing yards and 14 touchdowns since he was taken in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft by Miami.

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Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) scores a touchdown after running past New York Jets cornerback Brandin Echols (26) and New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood (44) in the fourth quarter, Sunday January 5, 2025, in East Rutherford.

Dolphins GM: RB De’Von Achane to play in season opener

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Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane is expected to be ready for the season opener against the host Indianapolis Colts on Sept. 7, general manager Chris Grier announced Wednesday.

Achane, who has been battling a calf injury, was held out of the last two preseason contests. He also did not participate in several practices, a decision the team said was precautionary.

“All indications to us is Achane will be ready Week 1,” Grier said.

The Dolphins already are thin at running back after Alexander Mattison sustained a season-ending neck injury and Jaylen Wright injured his leg in the preseason. Sixth-round pick Ollie Gordon II is expected to spell Achane in the season opener.

Achane, 23, had 203 carries for 907 yards and six touchdowns, and caught 78 passes on 87 targets for 592 yards and six TDs in 17 regular-season games (16 starts) last season.

As a rookie in 2023, Achane rushed 103 times for 800 yards and eight TDs. He also had 27 receptions for 197 yards and three scores in 11 games (four starts).

Miami selected Achane in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

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Jan 5, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) runs with the ball while New York Jets cornerback D.J. Reed (4) attempts to tackle him during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Dolphins RB De’Von Achane sidelined by calf injury

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Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane will likely be sidelined for a week, if not longer, because of a calf injury, head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday.

Achane is still targeted to be ready in time for the season opener on Sept. 7, but he already sat out last Thursday’s joint practice with the Detroit Lions and their preseason game Sunday because of the injury likely sustained in their joint practice Wednesday.

“(A) calf is the one we have to be super proactive (about), especially with explosive players. We don’t want to have a long strenuous nagging issues,” McDaniel said. “(Resting Achane) is more preventative in nature. All trainers across the league have horror stories with calves if you’re too aggressive.”

The Dolphins have one remaining preseason game at home Saturday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. They open the regular season on the road against the Indianapolis Colts.

They already have lost running back Alexander Mattison for the season due to a neck injury. Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright have been competing for backup roles. Veterans Mike Boone and Aaron Shampklin were signed last week after Mattison’s injury.

Achane, 23, had 203 carries for 907 yards and six touchdowns, and caught 78 passes on 87 targets for 592 yards and six TDs in 17 regular-season games (16 starts) last season.

As a rookie in 2023, Achane rushed 103 times for 800 yards and eight TDs, and had 27 receptions for 197 yards and three scores in 11 games (four starts).

Miami selected Achane in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Also Monday, McDaniel said that defensive lineman Zach Sieler (undisclosed injury) will return to practice this week, and that formerly retired tight end Darren Waller’s return from the physically unable to perform list is still to be determined.

Miami hosted free agent outside linebacker Matt Judon, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, on Monday.

–Field Level Media

Sep 12, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) rushes with the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images

Dolphins RB De’Von Achane injured, ruled out vs. Patriots

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Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots after sustaining a head injury in the first quarter.

Quarterback Tyler Huntley flipped the ball to Achane on an end-around, with the latter rushing for a gain of 12 on the play. He took a hard hit near the sideline, and his head slammed against the turf with three minutes left in the opening quarter.

Trainers then took Achane to the blue medical tent to evaluate him for a concussion.

Prior to exiting, Achane had 18 yards on three carries.

Achane, 22, entered Sunday with 165 yards and one touchdown on 53 carries in four games (three starts) this season.

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Jan 7, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) runs with the football against the Buffalo Bills during the second quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Report: Dolphins RB De’Von Achane to test ankle pregame

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Dolphins running back De’Von Achane will test out his ankle before Thursday night’s game and there is optimism in Miami that he will play against the visiting Buffalo Bills, NFL Network reported.

The Dolphins (1-0) have ruled out fellow running back Raheem Mostert for the game against the AFC East rival Bills (1-0) due to a chest injury.

Both backs were injured during Miami’s season-opening 20-17 victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Achane, 22, had 10 carries for 24 yards and a touchdown and caught seven passes for 76 yards versus the Jaguars.

“We’ll see how it plays out,” Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said of Achane, who had been limited in practice on Wednesday after sitting out the first two sessions. Achane officially is listed as questionable.

A third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Achane gained 997 yards from scrimmage and scored 11 touchdowns in just 11 games (four starts) during his rookie campaign.

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Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) celebrates a touchdown with Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert (31) against the New York Giants during the first half of an NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, October 8, 2023.

Dolphins patient with De’Von Achane, rule out Raheem Mostert

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The Miami Dolphins will take a wait-and-see approach with respect to whether running back De’Von Achane plays in Thursday’s game against the visiting Buffalo Bills.

Achane is dealing with an ankle injury after touching the ball 17 times in Miami’s 20-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. He had 10 carries for 24 yards and a touchdown to go along with seven catches for 76 yards.

“We’ll see how it plays out,” Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said of Achane, who has been held out of practice this week.

Running back Raheem Mostert, however, has been ruled out for Thursday’s contest after sustaining a chest injury in the season opener. Mostert gained 19 yards from scrimmage prior to the injury.

“His injury, not many people play with. … He showed his toughness,” McDaniel said.

Jeff Wilson Jr. and fourth-round draft pick Jaylen Wright likely will see playing time should Achane sit out on Thursday.

Wilson had five carries for 26 yards on Sunday. Wright was ruled inactive for that game.

–Field Level Media

Dec 3, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) stands on the field during warm up prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill inactive vs. Jets

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Miami Dolphins star wide receiver Tyreek Hill is inactive for Sunday’s game against the visiting New York Jets.

Hill, who leads the NFL with 1,542 receiving yards and 12 touchdown catches, sustained a left ankle injury in Monday night’s loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Hill was listed as questionable heading into Sunday’s game. The seven-time Pro Bowl selection and four-time All-Pro was seen running routes while catching balls from backup Skylar Thompson on Sunday morning.

While Hill is inactive, the Dolphins will have rookie running back De’Von Achane in the lineup. He was not included on the team’s inactives list on Sunday despite being listed as questionable due to an ankle and toe injury.

Achane, 22, has rushed 63 times for 581 yards (9.2 average) and seven touchdowns in seven games this season. He also has 18 catches for 125 yards and two scores.

In addition to Hill, the Dolphins (9-4) ruled out cornerback Xavien Howard, safeties Jevon Holland and Deshon Elliott, offensive lineman Robert Hunt and edge rusher Jason Pierre-Paul. Thompson will be the emergency quarterback.

As for the Jets (5-8), they ruled out the following players: wide receiver Jason Brownlee, tackle Carter Warren, offensive lineman Max Mitchell, linebacker Marcelino McCrary-Ball, defensive lineman Carl Lawson, cornerback Bryce Hall and quarterback Brett Rypien (emergency quarterback).

–Field Level Media