off its practice squad to serve as the third running back rather than 2025 fourth-round pick Jarquez Hunter. If either Gordon or Wright struggles or suffers an injury, Washington could get an opportunity.
In Week 1 of this season, both played four snaps, but Gordon’s snaps came early in the game, and Wright's were in the fourth quarter. In Week 2, Wright played three snaps on the first two drives to two by Gordon, but then Wright left with a stinger and foot injury and was inactive for this game. Miami unfortunately didn’t activate a running back from the practice squad, leaving it with two backs. Achane only played four snaps, leaving Gordon as the last man standing. He played 61 snaps. Fullback DJ Herman took seven snaps at halfback, and wide receiver Malik Washington handled five snaps. Miami used some empty formations. There were two points where the game book noted Gordon leaving due to injury, but he returned not long after. Achane's injury appears to be serious, making Gordon the clear top running back to add off the waiver wire. However, there is a chance that Wright is the better option, making Wright another back to pick up. Miami notably traded for Jarquez Hunter in August, and Hunter is on the practice squad, so there is a chance he gets involved. Carlos Washington Jr. is also on the practice squad.
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