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this offense is not going to be built around Willis' arm, but rather around running back De'Von Achane's legs
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Willis leads a run-first Dolphins offense built around Achane, not his arm.

Willis is the new starting QB for the Dolphins' 2026 rebuild. The source clarifies that while the offense may appear conservative on the surface, it is not built around Willis' arm but rather around running back De'Von Achane's legs. Willis can push the ball downfield and is mobile, so the source expects him to look deep and use his legs if deep throws are not available. The offense will be run-first, using play-action to create space in the passing game, with deeper throws expected to increase as the season progresses and rookie receivers develop.

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