BALLER MOVE: Start in 8+ Team Leagues (Pending health)
POSITIONAL VALUE: RB1
UPDATE: De'Von Achane is officially active for Thursday Night Football.
ANALYSIS: De’Von Achane picked up where he left off last season in Week 1 against Jacksonville. The second-year running back rushed 10 times for 24 yards and a score while collecting seven receptions for 76 yards.
Achane was beaten up in the game, suffering an ankle injury, and he has not practiced yet this week ahead of Thursday night’s matchup with the Buffalo Bills. Achane was officially designated as questionable and was a game-time decision, but will be active for the game.
Raheem Mostert (chest) out, De'Von Achane (ankle) game-time decision for Dolphins' game vs. Billshttps://t.co/n8sfSmIuEb pic.twitter.com/anmEDOtBoP
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) September 11, 2024
Since Achane is playing, he should be started in all formats. He displayed his immense upside last week, finishing as the RB3 on just 52% of snaps. Raheem Mostert (chest) has already been ruled out, opening up more opportunities.
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