Dolphins sign Carlos Washington, elevate Mazi Smith for game against Vikings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 5:48 PM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
The Dolphins have signed running back Carlos Washington from their practice squad ahead of their game against the Vikings. Washington joins the active roster following the season-ending injury to De'Von Achane. Additionally, defensive lineman Mazi Smith and defensive end Rodney McGraw have been elevated for the matchup. Smith was a first-round pick by the Cowboys in 2023 before joining the Dolphins last month. McGraw, an undrafted player, signed with the Dolphins earlier this year.
- •Carlos Washington signed from the practice squad to bolster the backfield.
- •De'Von Achane is out for the season with a torn ACL.
- •Mazi Smith and Rodney McGraw elevated for the game against the Vikings.
- •Smith was a first-round pick in 2023 before joining the Dolphins.
- •McGraw signed with the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent.
- 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins sign RB Carlos Washington, elevate DL Mazi Smith
"The Dolphins have added a running back to their active roster.
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