The worst-case scenario has come true for the Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins' season is already facing a major setback.

Young running back De'Von Achane, 24, reportedly suffered a torn ligament in his knee, an injury that could have significant implications for the rest of the season.

According to a report Monday by Adam Schefter, an NFL expert at ESPN, Achane was injured during the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The diagnosis is bad news for Miami, which was counting heavily on his explosiveness to energize an offense in the midst of a rebuild.

Since the start of the 2026 season, the Texas native had already demonstrated his importance to the Dolphins' offensive system. He had racked up 127 rushing yards on 34 carries, in addition to seven receptions for 49 yards.

The Dolphins must now rework their offense

With Achane potentially sidelined, Miami will have to redistribute responsibilities among its running backs. Ollie Gordon is expected to see more opportunities, while Jaylen Wright could also see a significant increase in playing time.

This injury comes as the Dolphins are experiencing a particularly difficult start to the season. Miami sits at 0-3 after nearly three weeks of play and is already dealing with several issues on both sides of the ball.

The offense currently ranks 31st in the NFL in points scored, while the defense ranks 28th in points allowed. In this context, the loss of a player as heavily relied upon as Achane could further complicate matters for a team that is still trying to find its rhythm.

The coming weeks will therefore reveal the true impact of this absence on the Dolphins and show whether Gordon and Wright will be able to fill the void left in the backfield.

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