Trending Now - Dolphins Stand Firm on Achane Amid Waddle Trade Speculation
WHO:
Adam Schefter is a reporter for ESPN.
Jon-Eric Sullivan is the general manager of the Miami Dolphins.
Jeff Hafley is the head coach of the Miami Dolphins.
Jaylen Waddle, 27 years old, was traded from the Miami Dolphins to the Denver Broncos.
George Paton is the general manager of the Denver Broncos.
De'Von Achane, 24 years old, is entering the final season of his four-year rookie deal with the Miami Dolphins.
Bobby Slowik is the new offensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins.
De'Von Achane, Miami Dolphins, Jon-Eric Sullivan (new general manager), Jeff Hafley (head coach), Jaylen Waddle, Denver Broncos, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Tua Tagovailoa, Malik Willis, Tyreek Hill, Adam Schefter (ESPN), Tom Pelissero (NFL Network), Ian Rapoport (NFL Network), Barry Jackson (Miami Herald), George Paton (Broncos GM)
WHAT:
The Dolphins have informed teams that De'Von Achane is not available for trade.
Achane is expected to be the centerpiece of Miami's new-look offense under first-year coordinator Bobby Slowik.
Achane rushed for a career-high 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns in the 2025 season, averaging 5.7 yards per carry.
Achane caught 67 passes for 488 yards and four touchdowns in the 2025 season.
Achane has rushed for a total of 3,057 yards with 22 touchdowns and has caught 172 passes for 1,227 yards with 13 touchdowns in his 44 career games with 36 starts.
The trade compensation for Waddle includes Denver's first-round pick (No. 30), third-round pick (No. 94), and fourth-round pick (No. 130) in the 2026 NFL Draft, while the Dolphins received Waddle and their fourth-round pick (No. 111).
Waddle's 2026 base salary is $1.22 million, part of his overall compensation of $17.24 million.
Waddle was selected 6th overall in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Achane was selected to his first Pro Bowl in 2025.
Achane has rushed for a total of 3,057 yards with 22 touchdowns and has caught 172 passes for 1,227 yards with 13 touchdowns in his 44 career games with 36 starts.
De'Von Achane is not available for trade as confirmed by sources.
The Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos.
The trade includes Miami’s fourth-round pick (No. 111) and Denver’s first-round pick (No. 30), along with Denver’s third- and fourth-round picks (Nos. 94 and 130).
Waddle's 2026 base salary is $1.22 million.
Achane rushed for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns last season, averaging 5.7 yards per carry.
Achane had 67 catches for 488 yards and four touchdowns last season.
Miami will have approximately $175 million in dead money against the salary cap for the 2026 season.
Waddle is owed an option bonus of $6.06 million on March 20th, 2026, as part of his $17.24 million overall compensation.
WHERE:
Miami Dolphins (Miami, Florida), Denver Broncos (Denver, Colorado)
WHEN:
The Dolphins traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets earlier in March 2026.
The trade of Jaylen Waddle was executed on March 18th, 2026.
The Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa on March 11th, 2026.
The trade of Jaylen Waddle was reported on March 18th, 2026.
The Dolphins released Tua Tagovailoa on March 11th, 2026.
The Dolphins traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets earlier in March 2026.
The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill earlier in the offseason of 2026.
WHY:
The Dolphins are undergoing a full rebuild under new management, leading to the release of several veteran players, including Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.
The Dolphins are undergoing a full rebuild, leading to the trade of Waddle as part of their roster overhaul.
Jon-Eric Sullivan has mentioned Achane as a building block for the club.
The Dolphins are undergoing a full rebuild under new management, leading to the release of several veteran players.
The trade of Waddle was influenced by the Broncos' need for a high-profile receiving option and the Dolphins' willingness to accept a premium offer.
HOW:
The Dolphins are clearing their roster by trading or releasing the majority of their veteran core from the last few seasons.
The Broncos are looking to enhance their receiving options after finishing as the AFC's top seed in 2025.
The Dolphins are undergoing a full rebuild under new management, trading away or releasing the majority of their veteran core.
The trade was executed as part of the Dolphins' roster overhaul, with multiple draft picks exchanged.
(UPDATED March 19, 2026 01:24 UTC)
The Miami Dolphins have announced that De'Von Achane is not available for trade, as he is expected to be a key player in their revamped offense under new coordinator Bobby Slowik. Achane had an impressive 2025 season, rushing for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns while also catching 67 passes for 488 yards and four touchdowns. This decision comes as the Dolphins are undergoing a complete rebuild, having recently traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the New York Jets and releasing several veteran players, including Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.
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(UPDATED March 18, 2026 19:23 UTC)
In a significant move today, the Miami Dolphins traded wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, with the Dolphins receiving a fourth-round pick and the Broncos giving up their first, third, and fourth-round picks in the upcoming NFL Draft. Waddle, who was selected sixth overall in the 2021 NFL Draft and has a base salary of $1.22 million this year, is part of the Dolphins' roster overhaul as they undergo a full rebuild. The Broncos, led by general manager George Paton, are looking to strengthen their receiving options after finishing as the AFC's top seed last season.
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(UPDATED March 18, 2026 17:22 UTC)
In a significant move for the Miami Dolphins, they have released Tua Tagovailoa as part of a full rebuild under new management. De'Von Achane, who recently earned his first Pro Bowl selection in 2025, is entering the final season of his rookie deal and has impressive career stats with over 3,000 rushing yards and 22 touchdowns. With Bobby Slowik stepping in as the new offensive coordinator, Achane has been identified as a key building block for the team's future.
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(UPDATED March 18, 2026 15:23 UTC)
In a significant move today, the Miami Dolphins have traded wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, which includes Miami's fourth-round pick and several other draft picks. Meanwhile, sources confirm that De'Von Achane is not available for trade, despite his impressive performance last season where he rushed for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns. This trade comes as the Dolphins undergo a complete rebuild under new management, following the recent releases of key players like Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill.