Position battles are underway! This season features multiple ambiguous backfields and receiving corps. Some of the most exciting position battles are coming from the league’s top offenses.
Kansas City has position battles at both wide receiver and running back, making their upcoming training camp one of the more critical ones to monitor. The Chiefs’ offense led the league with 7,032 total yards in 2022.
Miami had the 11th most total yards. With a full season of Tua Tagovailoa, however, the Dolphins have top-five upside. The receiving corps is one of the best in the league, but it’s still unclear which player lands the top spot in the back field.
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Dolphins RBs
- De’Von Achane (ADP: 119 | RB39)
- Raheem Mostert (ADP: 172 | RB53)
- Jeff Wilson (ADP: 185 | RB57)
With rumors swirling around Dalvin Cook, it’s possible this analysis could be outdated by tomorrow. So, we’ll approach the Miami back field in two ways – as it currently sits and if they sign Cook.
If the back field remains as is, it’s very possible all three backs would have a role. Wilson and Mostert would likely split early down work similar to their 2022 usage. The result was two high-end RB3s whose production was unreliable and unpredictable. Both backs will likely cede receiving work to Achane.
There’s also a scenario where Achane makes early down contributions. Achane had strong production on the ground with 196 carries for 1,102 yards and 8 rushing touchdowns his final year at Texas A&M. If Achane can surpass either Wilson or Mostert, Achane could split early down work, dominate receiving work and see enough volume to have RB2 upside.
If Cook were to sign with Miami, Mostert and Wilson would have limited roles within the offense. Achane would still have value as a receiving weapon and his ADP would likely drop significantly. If his ADP dropped below 150, he’d warrant a look as a late round sleeper. Cook would be an RB2 but could struggle with RB1 upside, given the high pass volume of the offense.
Conclusion:
- Target: De’Von Achane (if Cook doesn’t sign)
- Risky: Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson (if Cook doesn’t sign)
- Dart throw: Devon Achane (if Cook signs)
- AVOID: Raheem Mostert and Jeff Wilson (if Cook signs)
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