# Dolphins' Star Running Back De'Von Achane Injured

> Dolphins' star running back De'Von Achane torn ACL injury threatens 2026 season win total.
- Title: Dolphins' Star Running Back De'Von Achane Injured · CBS Sports
- Summary: Dolphins' star running back De'Von Achane torn ACL injury threatens 2026 season win total. Miami Dolphins' star running back De'Von Achane suffered torn ACL…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/devon-achane-injury-dolphins-0-17-prediction
- Published: 2026-09-28T16:08:14+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: miami dolphins, de'von achane, nfl, torn acl, week 3, kansas city chiefs, dolphins injury, 2026 season, sports
## Dolphins start 0-3
Miami Dolphins began 2026 season with 0-3 record after three double-digit losses.
## De'Von Achane torn ACL
Star running back De'Von Achane sustained torn ACL in Week 3 defeat against Kansas City Chiefs.
## Achane's offensive role
Achane led NFL last season in yards per carry and was among league's most prolific pass-catchers.
## Dolphins' offensive struggles
Dolphins scored fewer than 14 points per game with no receiver reaching 100 yards.
## Dead money impact
Dolphins allocated 60% of salary cap to dead money tied to Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle.
## Toughest schedule
Dolphins face second-toughest NFL schedule with .054 opponent win percentage.
## Win probability
Dolphins projected win total at 3.5 with only one win likely to be achievable.
## Key takeaway

Miami Dolphins' star running back De'Von Achane suffered torn ACL in Week 3 loss to Kansas City Chiefs, jeopardizing their 2026 season prospects.