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Dolphins claim Kaytron Allen off waivers after Achane injury

By Drooid · Oct 10, 2026, 3:41 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Miami Dolphins claimed running back Kaytron Allen off waivers from Washington on Friday.
The move adds depth after starter De’Von Achane tore his ACL in Week 3.
Allen, a sixth-round 2026 pick, logged 12 carries for 41 yards with Washington.
He posted 1,303 rushing yards, 15 touchdowns and became Penn State’s all-time leading rusher with 4,180 yards.
GM Jon-Eric Sullivan says Allen will compete with Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright.

History

Historical Context

When Commissioner Paul Tagliabue’s 1993 settlement introduced unrestricted free agency and a $57.4 million salary cap on March 1, 1993, teams gained the ability to move players quickly. That flexibility still shapes roster decisions; after De’Von Achane’s Week 3 ACL tear, the Miami Dolphins claimed running back Kaytron Allen off Washington’s waivers, a move praised by GM Jon-Eric Sullivan.

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Story summary

Miami Dolphins claimed running back Kaytron Allen off waivers from Washington on Friday.
The move adds depth after starter De’Von Achane tore his ACL in Week 3.
Allen, a sixth-round 2026 pick, logged 12 carries for 41 yards with Washington.
He posted 1,303 rushing yards, 15 touchdowns and became Penn State’s all-time leading rusher with 4,180 yards.
GM Jon-Eric Sullivan says Allen will compete with Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright.

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