De’Von Achane has been one of the bright spots for the Miami Dolphins in what has been an up-and-down season so far. Despite their offensive inconsistencies, Achane has emerged as a dynamic dual-threat back, explosive on the ground and dangerous through the air.
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Achane averages well over 6 yards per carry and ranks among the league’s leaders in yards per touch. The 24-year-old running back has quickly cemented himself as one of the NFL’s most electric playmakers.
However, recent trade chatter has cast a shadow of doubt over Achane’s future in Miami. Reports had surfaced that the Kansas City Chiefs are rumored to be planning a blockbuster move to strengthen their Super Bowl push, and Achane was a potential target.
With the Dolphins (2-7) battling injuries to key players like Tyreek Hill and Darren Waller, speculation began that Mike McDaniel might entertain offers for his star running back. Former NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick has stepped in to shut down the idea.
Fitzpatrick passionately opposed the idea of Achane joining Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. “Achane’s a stud, man,” he said.
“I was curious if there were going to be any trade rumors with him. I heard Kansas City, and it was like — no, please no! They don’t need a weapon like that. We don’t need to see Kansas City get their hands on Achane,” added Fitzpatrick, whose comments reflect what many NFL fans are feeling: That Achane’s speed and versatility could make the Chiefs’ offense nearly unstoppable.
Already armed with Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Rashee Rice returning from injury, Kansas City doesn’t lack offensive firepower. Adding Achane would likely tilt the balance of power in the AFC even further in their favor.
Statistically, Achane’s production stacks up impressively against the league’s elite running backs. According to NFL.com, his 6.8 yards per carry last year led the NFL, outperforming stars like Christian McCaffrey (5.0), Breece Hall (5.6), and Derrick Henry (4.4). Achane rushed 14 times for 67 yards and secured six of 10 targets for 39 yards, even in the Dolphins’ 28-6 loss to the Ravens on Thursday night.
As rumors swirl, it’s clear why teams like Seattle and Kansas City are circling. But Fitzpatrick and most Dolphins fans have made their stance clear. Trading Achane might bring short-term assets, but it would strip Miami of a rare home-run threat who fits perfectly into Mike McDaniel’s speed-driven system.
In the end, while the Chiefs’ rumored trade plan might make sense for them in their chase for another Lombardi Trophy, Miami cannot justify it. Fitzpatrick put it best: “We don’t need to see Kansas City get their hands on Achane.”
