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  • Dolphins Insider Labels De’Von Achane as ‘Fastest Man on the Roster’ After Tyreek Hill’s 100m Record

    Dolphins Insider Labels De’Von Achane as ‘Fastest Man on the Roster’ After Tyreek Hill’s 100m Record

    Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane is already making headlines this offseason — not for stats or carries, but for his blazing speed, which has earned him a unique title from a respected insider.

    According to Omar Kelly of MiamiHerald.com, Achane continues to hold the unofficial crown of being the fastest man on the roster, even after wide receiver Tyreek Hill recently broke his 100-meter sprint record.

    “This is my second straight offseason Achane has gotten this honor, and it’s not surprising considering he’s faster without pads than anyone else on the roster,” Kelly wrote.
    “His ability to catch passes and get upfield is eye-opening.”

    Kelly also acknowledged the elephant in the room: whether the 5-9, 188-pound back can handle short-yardage situations and maintain durability over a full NFL season.

    Still, there’s no denying what Achane brings to the table:

    • Explosive acceleration
    • Open-field elusiveness
    • Dual-threat capability as both a runner and receiver

    And with veterans like Jeff Wilson Jr. and Raheem Mostert now gone, Achane is set to take on an even bigger role in 2025.

    Tyreek Hill Sets New Personal Best

    Just when you thought Tyreek Hill couldn’t get any faster, he proved otherwise.

    On June 13, during a casual 100-meter race, Hill clocked in at 10.15 seconds, beating his previous best of 10.12 seconds set in 2012.

    That kind of speed isn’t just impressive — it’s historic.

    As one of the fastest players in the league, Hill’s wheels are a constant threat on offense. But despite his elite sprinting credentials, Kelly still believes Achane holds the edge within the Dolphins’ locker room, especially in game-ready conditions.

    “He’s faster without pads than anyone else on the roster.”

    That statement speaks volumes about how the coaching staff views Achane’s explosiveness and readiness to strike at any moment.

    Coach McDaniel Praises Achane’s Growth

    Head coach Mike McDaniel has been high on Achane since Day One — and now, he’s seeing the young back buy into the system more than ever.

    During the team’s recent offseason program, McDaniel praised Achane’s work ethic and understanding of the offense:

    “I see a guy that understands a broader picture… Your independent success is helped by collective success.”

    McDaniel also highlighted how Achane’s competitiveness translates into leadership:

    “The first person they’re going to answer to if they drop something or get gloved when running a route is De’Von Achane because he’s going to be a quick trigger.”

    That’s high praise — and shows that Miami sees Achane not just as a gadget player, but as a core piece moving forward.

    A Bigger Role for Achane in 2025

    With the departure of Jeff Wilson Jr. and Raheem Mostert, the Dolphins are leaning heavily on Achane to step up.

    Last season, he showed exactly why:

    • 907 rushing yards
    • 6 rushing TDs
    • 592 receiving yards
    • 6 receiving TDs

    Those numbers aren’t just good — they’re elite production for a third-round pick.

    Now, with expanded responsibilities, Achane has a chance to become a feature back — or at least the closest thing the Dolphins have to one.

    If he can build on last year’s performance and stay healthy, 2025 could be his breakout campaign.

    Final Takeaway: Speed Wins — and Achane Has Plenty of It

    While the debate over who is truly the fastest Dolphin may never end, one thing is clear:

    Achane’s speed stands out — and it matters.

    From explosive runs to big catches downfield, his pace changes games. And with Tyreek Hill continuing to defy age and physics, the Dolphins now have two players capable of stretching defenses vertically and horizontally.

    For fans hoping to see more of Achane next season, the signs are promising.

    And for opposing defenses?

    They better get used to chasing No. 21 — because he doesn’t slow down for anyone.

  • De’Von Achane Predicts Big Things for Dolphins in 2025

    De’Von Achane Predicts Big Things for Dolphins in 2025

    Miami Dolphins running back De’Von Achane is entering 2025 with big expectations. He told South Florida media recently he’s ready to take his game to the next level – and he’s not holding back on his predictions.

    A Bold Prediction for 2025

    When asked about his goals for the season, Achane didn’t mince words.

    “This year probably – every year I want to get better – so as far as my numbers-wise, as far as in the rush game, I always want to try to hit 1,000 yards and then 500 yards (receiving),” Achane said. He later added that his ultimate goal is even higher: 1,000 rushing yards and 1,000 receiving yards, according to David Furones of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

    Achane looked back on last season and said that while he had success, there’s still room for improvement. “I had a lot of receptions, and me watching film, I felt like I left a lot of plays on the table,” he said. “Going back and watching the year and the cut-ups, I feel like I left a lot of yards out there.”

    That desire to maximize his potential has Achane feeling confident going into 2025.

    Building on Last Season’s Success

    Achane’s 2024 was pretty good. The former Texas A&M product rushed for 907 yards on 203 carries , 6 touchdowns. He was a dual threat, with 78 catches for 592 yards and 6 touchdowns.

    But his yards-per-carry average dropped significantly from his rookie season. In 2023, Achane averaged 7.8 yards per carry , but that number fell to 4.5 in 2024.

    Despite that drop, Achane said he’s healthy and that’s the key to his growth.“Just being healthy was the main thing,” Achane said. “That’s why I was in the training room even on my off days when I wasn’t hurt. Seventeen games is a long time. I learned that from my rookie year, so in my second year I wanted to make sure I was 100% for every game. And that’s the same for this year.”

    Taking the Lead Role

    Now that Raheem Mostert is in Las Vegas, Achane is the man in the spotlight as Miami’s top running back. Last year, he played 62 percent of snaps, and that number is going to go up big time in 2025.

    “We don’t have Raheem no more, so it’s me and Alec [Ingold] now,” Achane said. “And just me being more vocal this year because I wasn’t a big talkative person last year. But I feel like as the years go by, you grow and get more comfortable.”

    Achane knows what comes with being the lead dog. He plans to mentor new teammates and share the lessons he’s learned since he got into the league.

    “I’m going to tell them the same thing everybody told me when I got in—trying to help them out,” he said.

    New Energy in Miami

    Achane thinks the Dolphins are on the cusp of something special. After missing the playoffs by a hair last year, the team is looking to prove the haters wrong.

    “I just feel like we all hear it as a team,” Achane said. “We go out there and practice every day, and we’re going to show when the season comes everybody who was saying those little remarks, to just make sure they keep the same energy.”

    He said the team chemistry and work ethic are way different than last year.

    “I feel like as a team we’re building that energy, and we’re here every day. We’re not missing days. You can see this year’s team is way different from last year’s team.”