After all, a key piece of the Miami Dolphins’ offense is on the line, as running back De’Von Achane is active for Thursday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills. Achane was originally questionable heading into Thursday because of an ankle injury.
The second-year running back was seen warming up before the TNF matchup, having worked on his injury prior to the game. Achane’s ankle injury was, according to NFL Network, a sprain.
Achane, a versatile running back who can also play receiver, was limited in Wednesday’s practice after sitting out Monday and Tuesday. He suffered the injury during the Dolphins’ Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. During Sunday’s game, Achane rushed for 24 yards and a touchdown, while also catching seven passes for 76 yards.
The 22-year-old was selected by Miami in the third round of the 2023 draft and played in 11 games, including four starts, last season. Achane missed a month last season with a knee injury but returned to play in November to help the Dolphins push toward the playoffs.