{
  "id": 8133995,
  "title": "Dolphins OC reveals aspect of game plan they must change after Week 1",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/dolphins-oc-reveals-aspect-of-game-plan-they-must-change-after-week-1",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T00:30:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/dolphins-oc-reveals-aspect-game-003022043.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Miami Dolphins encountered challenges in their offensive performance during their Week 1 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium, with one of their star players, running back De Von Achane, bearing the brunt of this issue. Achane, who played 86% of Miami's offensive snaps in Week 1, contributed modestly to the team's efforts, amassing 36 yards on three attempts and adding another 30 yards through four receptions. Despite these statistics, Achane's impact was limited, and offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik expressed this concern during a media briefing on Thursday. He emphasized that Achane, Miami's premier offensive player, failed to demonstrate his usual effectiveness against Las Vegas. Slowik further suggested that had the team managed to maintain a lead or had a more productive running game, they might have opted for a higher reliance on Achane's abilities. However, regardless of these factors, it remains crucial for Miami to commit to increasing Achane's involvement moving forward. Looking ahead to Week 2, where the Dolphins will face the San Francisco 49ers, Miami will face a formidable challenge. The 49ers' defensive line, featuring Alfred Collins, Mykel Williams, Sam Okuayinonu, and Nick Martin on injured reserve, and Bosa, White, Greenlaw, and Khalid Kareem on the injury report, presents a daunting prospect for the Dolphins. This development may offer an opportunity for Miami to capitalize on Achane's contributions in the upcoming matchup, as the absence of key defensive players could potentially open avenues for the running back to make a more significant impact.",
  "summary": "The Dolphins didn't exactly have the best plan during their Week 1 matchup with the Raiders, and they recognize something they need to change.",
  "key_points": [
    "Offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik says De Von Achane underperformed in Week 1.",
    "Dolphins plan to increase Achane's involvement in Week 2 against 49ers.",
    "Las Vegas Raiders' strong defensive line could limit Achane's impact."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Dolphins' need to boost De'Von Achane's involvement in the offense signals a shift in strategy to maximize their star player's impact and compensate for upcoming defensive challenges.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}