Overview

• De'Von Achane is managing a calf issue that is not expected to be long term, though caution could keep him out of the opener.
• Jaylen Wright left the Aug. 21 joint practice with a lower-body injury after a quiet preseason, and his status remains under evaluation.
• Alexander Mattison suffered a preseason neck injury and is expected to miss the 2025 season, further straining depth.
• Rookie Ollie Gordon II, Mike Boone, and Aaron Shampklin are the healthy backs available, with Gordon flashing 83 rushing yards and a touchdown plus 48 receiving yards in two preseason games.
• Coach Mike McDaniel points to distributing the ball as a stopgap, while outside speculation links Miami to potential additions such as Washington's Brian Robinson.