The Miami Dolphins have locked up one of the most explosive playmakers in the NFL, signing star running back De'Von Achane to a massive four-year contract extension that will keep him in aqua and orange through the 2030 season.
New general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan made it clear from day one that keeping Achane was a top priority, and he delivered on that promise Wednesday evening. The deal is worth a base value of $64 million, with incentives that could push it to $68 million, and includes $32 million guaranteed. On an annual average, that places Achane third among NFL running backs, trailing only Philadelphia's Saquon Barkley and San Francisco's Christian McCaffrey.
The timing is notable—the extension was finalized just before Miami kicks off voluntary organized team activities on Monday. Achane had been absent from the first two phases of the team's voluntary offseason program while negotiations were ongoing, a common practice for players seeking new deals.
The move also comes on the heels of a similar deal in the AFC East, as the New York Jets secured their own standout back, Breece Hall, on a three-year, $45.5 million contract earlier this week. It's a reminder that in today's NFL, elite running backs are still commanding top dollar when they produce at an elite level.
Achane was the Dolphins' lone Pro Bowl selection in 2025, and for good reason. He rushed for 1,350 yards last season, the third-highest single-season total in franchise history, trailing only Ricky Williams' legendary 2002 and 2003 campaigns. But Achane is far more than just a runner—he's a dynamic dual-threat weapon out of the backfield.
Since being drafted in the third round out of Texas A&M in 2023, Achane has amassed 3,057 rushing yards, hauled in 172 receptions for 1,277 receiving yards, and scored 35 total touchdowns. His ability to impact the game as both a runner and pass-catcher makes him a perfect fit for head coach Mike McDaniel's innovative offensive scheme.
Sullivan, who took over for longtime GM Chris Grier, has repeatedly emphasized that Achane is a foundational piece for the franchise's future. With this extension, the Dolphins have ensured that their dynamic playmaker will be a centerpiece of their offense for years to come.
Still on the offseason to-do list for Sullivan and the Dolphins are extension talks with linebacker Jordyn Brooks and center Aaron Brewer—but for now, Miami fans can celebrate knowing their star running back isn't going anywhere.