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Things went from bad to worse for the Miami Dolphins on Monday.

Less than 24 hours after the Dolphins fell to 0-3 to begin the 2026 season, they also reportedly lost star running back De'Von Achane to a season-ending torn ACL.

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Miami said goodbye to the likes of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and star wide receivers Jaylen Waddle and Tyreek Hill over the offseason, leaving Achane as the lone offensive standout on the roster.

Expectations were already incredibly low for the Dolphins entering the year and with the 2025 Pro Bowler now reportedly done for the campaign, Miami looks destined to finish with one of the NFL's worst records this season.

Achane was ranked 26th on the 2026 NFL Top 100 list in August after a huge 2025 campaign.

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane

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The 24-year-old led the Dolphins in rushing attempts, rushing yards, rushing touchdowns and yards from scrimmage each of the last two seasons, while also pacing the team in receptions (67) last year as well.

Achane has recorded 34 carries for 127 scoreless yards and seven receptions for 49 yards through Miami's first three contests.

He suffered the injury on his third rushing attempt during Sunday's loss versus the Kansas City Chiefs and was later ruled out for the rest of the contest.

The Dolphins signed Achane to a four-year, $64 million extension in May,

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