De'Von Achane enters the 2026 NFL season as Miami's clear lead back and focal point of a restructured offense under new coordinator Bobby Slowik, who has emphasized a more run-heavy approach after Achane's 2025 campaign of 1,350 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns. The Dolphins signed him to a four-year extension and cleared him for full participation following offseason shoulder surgery. However, dual-threat quarterback Malik Willis could limit goal-line opportunities, while a depleted receiving corps and overall team outlook may constrain red-zone volume. Achane posted zero rushing scores on 11 carries in Week 1 against the Raiders amid a trailing game script, with backups Jaylen Wright and Ollie Gordon providing limited competition. His rushing touchdown total will hinge on sustained workload, red-zone efficiency, and Miami's ability to create scoring chances across a 17-game schedule.