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Achane targets rushing title for Dolphins in 2026 NFL season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 12:34 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Achane targets rushing title for Dolphins in 2026 NFL season

Summary

Miami Dolphins running back Achane aims for the NFL rushing title in the 2026 season. Despite the team's challenging schedule and limited star power, Achane believes achieving this personal goal would indicate team success. Last season, he rushed for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns, ranking fifth in the league. Achane needs to surpass 1,650 yards to be competitive, with the league's rushing leaders averaging this mark over the last decade. Ricky Williams is the only Dolphin to have ever won the rushing title, achieving 1,853 yards in 2002.

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By the Numbers

•Achane rushed for 1,350 yards and eight touchdowns last season.
•He aims to surpass 1,650 yards to compete for the rushing title.
•The Dolphins face one of the toughest schedules in the league.
•Achane could lead a young roster with many new faces.
•Only Ricky Williams has won the rushing title for the Dolphins.

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The Miami Dolphins aren't expected to find a ton of team success in 2026, but that doesn't mean the players can't do well for themselves.
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