Miami Slams the Door on De'Von Achane Trade: Bad News for Seattle and the NFC
So you were hoping the Seahawks might land a game changing running back this offseason? Yeah, that's not happening. After the Miami Dolphins shocked everyone by trading Jaylen Waddle to the Denver Broncos, there was real speculation that Miami might be willing to move Pro Bowl running back De'Von Achane too. The Seahawks, along with the Washington Commanders and Minnesota Vikings, would have been all over that if it was on the table. But according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Miami is keeping Achane locked down. Teams that called to inquire about trading for him were told flat out that he's not available.
Why Seattle Needed This Move
After losing Kenneth Walker in free agency, the Seahawks are in a serious hole at running back. The roster doesn't have a true starter at the position, and Zach Charbonnet might not even be ready for the start of the season. That's a tough spot for Mike Macdonald and offensive coordinator Brian Fleury to navigate with Sam Darnold under center. A proven weapon like Achane would have been a huge difference maker in the backfield.
Why the Dolphins Won't Let Him Go
Here's the thing: Miami's offense is basically gutted after the Waddle deal. The incoming Malik Willis is walking into a disaster, and trading away Achane would have made it even worse. At just 24 years old, Achane is young enough to be part of Miami's long term plans, even with a multi year rebuild coming. You can't strip away every weapon your new starter has and expect success.
Door Not Completely Closed
The reality is that people thought Waddle wasn't available either until Denver came with a package too good to refuse. Could the same thing happen with Achane down the road? Maybe. But right now, the Dolphins are holding firm. That's bad news for Seattle, Washington, and Minnesota as they all scramble to shore up their backfields this offseason.
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