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Dolphins Face Running Back Shortage Heading Into Final Preseason Week

Coaches emphasize spreading touches to mask injuries.

08/22/2025

Overview

  • Jaylen Wright exited a joint practice with a lower-body issue, compounding De'Von Achane’s calf limitation and Alexander Mattison’s season-ending neck injury.
  • With the room depleted, the only healthy backs are rookie Ollie Gordon II and recent additions Mike Boone and Aaron Shampklin.
  • Ollie Gordon has climbed the depth chart after a productive preseason, positioning the sixth-round pick for an expanded role.
  • Mike McDaniel underscored a scheme-first approach, saying the dispersion of the football remains the offense’s best tool while backs get healthy.
  • Miami is weighing short-term depth moves, with trade and waiver options discussed in media reports, including unconfirmed speculation linking Brian Robinson as a possible target.