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Dolphins lock De'Von Achane with $68 M deal.

5/14/2026

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Achane Signs Extension

The Miami Dolphins signed running back De'Von Achane to a four-year, $68 million extension with $32 million guaranteed, the third-highest-paid running back deal.
The contract runs through 2030, keeping Achane in Florida for six years.
In 2025 Achane rushed for 1,350 yards, averaged 5.7 YPC and scored eight touchdowns, and earned his first Pro Bowl after a season.
GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley called Achane a pillar with vision and acceleration.

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Achane Re-signs

Miami Dolphins signed Jalin Achane to a four-year extension, ending trade rumors.
Signing Achane before Hall and Gibbs extensions avoided a price-raising reset and frees salary-cap space after 2025 for roster flexibility.
Analysts warn Achane’s wins could push Miami into a 2027 draft slot.
GM Jon-Eric Sullivan called Achane a block and said he would listen to offers but never pursued a trade.

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Achane Signs Extension

The Miami Dolphins signed running back De'Von Achane to a four-year, $68 million extension with $32 million guaranteed, the third-highest-paid running back deal.
The contract runs through 2030, keeping Achane in Florida for six years.
In 2025 Achane rushed for 1,350 yards, averaged 5.7 YPC and scored eight touchdowns, and earned his first Pro Bowl after a season.
GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley called Achane a pillar with vision and acceleration.

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