FantasyPros Articles on De'Von Achane
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Achane averaged 21.5 PPR points per game with Tua over the last two seasons compared with just 10.5 points per game without him. Miami also lost Mike McDaniel, and the offense no longer has the same surrounding talent stretching defenses, which could lead to fewer scoring opportunities and lower overall efficiency.
STACKED’s take
Achane's 21.5 to 10.5 PPR drop without Tua makes RB7 price unsustainable.
Tal Malachovsky (The Fantasy Scout) identifies Achane as a major bust candidate at ADP 12 (RB7) because his draft cost assumes he can maintain nearly all production from previous years. Achane averaged 86 targets and 72.5 receptions over the last two seasons, but much of that receiving volume came with Tua Tagovailoa, who targeted running backs at a very high rate. Miami is now starting Malik Willis, who has historically targeted running backs far less often and is more likely to scramble rather than check the ball down. Achane averaged 21.5 PPR points per game with Tua over the last two seasons compared with just 10.5 points per game without him. Miami also lost Mike McDaniel, and the offense no longer has the same surrounding talent stretching defenses, which could lead to fewer scoring opportunities and lower overall efficiency. Even if Achane remains a good fantasy starter, a meaningful drop in receptions, touchdowns, or efficiency could make him a major disappointment relative to his first-round price.
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