Drowns in the detail of a rocky start to the Dolphins’ backfield, De'Von Achane is sidelined by a lower-body soft-tissue injury and expected to miss days to weeks. Mike McDaniel indicated he isn’t overly concerned about Week 1 availability against the Colts, signaling a measured recovery approach. Achane sat out the Dolphins' latest preseason game with Detroit, and Miami has already lost Alexander Mattison to a season-ending neck injury. Jaylen Wright sits behind Achane, with Ollie Gordon also in the mix as depth. The matchup hinges on Achane’s timeline, making Week 1 a potential committee or reduced workload for Miami’s backfield until clearer notes emerge.

Fantasy managers should brace for a potential Week 1 lean on Wright or others if Achane is limited. With Mattison out, Wright’s path to meaningful touches grows, while Gordon could offer pass-catching and change-of-pace upside. The Colts will present a tougher test, but the situation requires monitoring practice reports daily as Miami calibrates its plan for opening night.