Overview

• De'Von Achane was removed from Friday's injury report and is slated to start Sunday, though his in-game workload remains unclear after earlier limited practices.
• Achane has said he feels 100% and characterized the practice limits as precautionary, but coaches have not outlined how touches will be distributed.
• With Jaylen Wright ruled out for Week 1, sixth-round rookie Ollie Gordon steps in as the No. 2 back and is projected by ESPN to see close to 10 touches in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
• Head coach Mike McDaniel praised Gordon’s growth, and the rookie’s strong preseason (126 rushing yards, one TD, plus receiving work) supports his potential situational role against an Indianapolis defense that allowed 18 rushing TDs last season.
• Fantasy analysts recommend caution, with RotoBaller ranking Gordon RB41 and SBNation advising a sit for Week 1 given uncertain usage for both Dolphins running backs.