The Miami Dolphins are set for an electrifying showdown on Thursday Night Football with De’Von Achane suiting up despite a nagging ankle injury.
Ankle-Biter Turns Game Changer
Although Achane’s participation was in doubt due to an ankle sprain, he squeezed in limited practice on Wednesday, just enough to give the Dolphins coaching crew a sigh of relief. With the formidable Raheem Mostert sidelined by a chest injury, the Dolphins are counting on Achane to fill those mighty big shoes.
A Necessity is the Mother of All Plays
During their recent triumph over the Jaguars, the injury-blighted Achane never left the battlefield, sharing time with Mostert himself. When the going got tough, the Dolphins leaned on Jeff Wilson Jr., who had five rushing attempts in the dramatic fourth quarter, while Achane had four and Mostert two. Achane’s ironman effort saw him clock 37 total snaps, with Mostert close behind at 31.
Top Defense Still Kicking
On the defensive side, Elijah Campbell will be active despite nursing an Achilles issue, ready to bolster the secondary with his presence.
The Roster Shuffle: Who’s In and Who’s Out
Besides Mostert, the Dolphins’ inactives include:
- Cornerback Ethan Bonner
- Outside Linebacker Mohamed Kamara
- Center Andrew Meyer
- Inside Linebacker Channing Tindall
- Wide Receiver Malik Washington (quad)
Meanwhile, the Bills won’t be sending these players onto the field:
- Outside Linebacker Joe Andreessen
- Cornerback Taron Johnson (forearm)
- Defensive End Dawuane Smoot (toe)
- Defensive End Javon Solomon (oblique)
- Middle Linebacker Edefuan Ulofoshio
- Offensive Tackle Ryan Van Demark
Final Play: What This Means for the Dolphins
It’s all or nothing for the Dolphins as they enter the field with a patched-up but determined lineup. The spotlight will be on De’Von Achane, whose performance could spark magic or mayhem—let’s hope for the former. Dolphin fans, gear up for a thrilling night where the stakes are as high as the anticipation!
