De’Von Achane will remain a centerpiece of the Miami Dolphins offense for years to come.
Achane reportedly reached a four-year extension with the Dolphins worth up to $68 million on Wednesday, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Achane will receive $32 million guaranteed, too.
Achane more than surpassed the four-year, $48 million contract extension that James Cook signed with the Buffalo Bills last offseason, which was reportedly always his target. He’s now the third-highest-paid running back in the league at $17 million a season.
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Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan made it clear multiple times this offseason that Achane was not available for trade, despite previously stating that “nobody is untouchable in this business” and dealing wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, long considered a cornerstone of the franchise, to the Denver Broncos.
Sullivan also indicated that the team planned to extend Achane. The running back’s appearance at the Dolphins’ training facility after missing voluntary OTAs was viewed as a good-faith gesture that a deal would eventually get done.
Sullivan has referred to Achane as a pillar of the franchise, alongside center Aaron Brewer and linebacker Jordyn Brooks. After completing Achane’s extension, Sullivan is expected to pursue new deals for Brewer and Brooks, both of whom have one year remaining on their current contracts.
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Since being selected in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Achane has become a key contributor to Miami’s offense. After missing six games and sharing carries with Raheem Mostert during his rookie season, Achane has since proven durable and has led the team in rushing yards over the past two seasons.
Last season, Achane surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his career, finishing with 1,350 yards and eight rushing touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl selection. He reached those numbers despite battling multiple injuries, including a calf issue early in the year, a rib injury late in the season and a shoulder injury that sidelined him in Week 18.
Achane also led the Dolphins in receptions with 67 catches for 488 yards. In 2024, he recorded 78 receptions for 592 yards and six touchdowns, all career highs.
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Without Tyreek Hill and Waddle, Achane could emerge as one of quarterback Malik Willis’ primary targets on a revamped Dolphins roster featuring a new head coach, quarterback, and general manager, along with three rookie wide receivers from this year’s draft.