Jeff Wilson

Miami’s projected starting RB Jeff Wilson Jr. will begin the season on the IR, missing at least four weeks. In his most recent statement head coach Mike McDaniel described it as a “midsection injury compounded by some finger issues.” Wilson Jr. was productive for Miami in 2022, putting up back-to-back top-10 RB finishes immediately after being traded from San Francisco on his way to an (84/393/3; 12/94/1) finish.

The news sent immediate shockwaves throughout draft rooms and site ranks everywhere. Fantasy gamers presumed Wilson Jr. would begin the year with a prominent backfield role for a prolific offense, making him a very intriguing late-round pick. The severity of the injury is yet to be determined but the outlook is grim. When questioned when Wilson might suit up, McDaniel said “I wouldn’t be surprised if he would make a return this season. We will let his body tell us.” So it’s wheels up for Raheem Mostert and rookie De’von Achane, who we were told will be practicing before Week 1. Expect ADPs for the remaining healthy Dolphin RBs to rise as we approach kickoff.

By all accounts Dolphins’ rookie running back De’Von Achane has been electrifying throughout the opening days of training camp. He has been explosive as a rusher and picking up yards in chunks as a receiver.

A slight damper was put on the rookie today, as he limped off the field early in practice and was removed for the duration of the day. He would later return to work on the sidelines in a rehab assignment. The team has not given a specific update on his injury, only saying that he walked off gingerly and they won’t speculate on the exact injury, but that it wasn’t overly concerning. Mike McDaniel went on to say that they “had no concern for long-term injury and that he shouldn’t be out long”