Seattle Seahawks Eye De'Von Achane as Potential Replacement for Kenneth Walker III
Seahawks named landing spot for AFC offensive star with 1,350 yards and 8 TDs
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After losing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III to free agency, the Seattle Seahawks are considering a trade for Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane. With a strong offensive performance in 2025 and limited draft picks, the Seahawks have the cap space to make a significant move to bolster their backfield.
- 01Kenneth Walker III, the Super Bowl MVP, has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving a gap in the Seahawks' offense.
- 02Zach Charbonnet is recovering from a torn ACL and may not be ready for the start of the 2026 NFL season.
- 03De'Von Achane of the Miami Dolphins is viewed as a potential trade target for the Seahawks.
- 04Seattle has $32.9 million in cap space, providing them the financial flexibility to acquire Achane.
- 05Achane's production could complement Charbonnet and help maintain a strong rushing attack.
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The Seattle Seahawks, fresh off a Super Bowl victory, are looking to fill the void left by running back Kenneth Walker III, who has signed with the Kansas City Chiefs after a stellar season. Walker was pivotal in the Seahawks' rushing offense, contributing 1,032 rushing yards and five touchdowns in the regular season, while also being named Super Bowl MVP. With Zach Charbonnet recovering from a torn ACL and uncertain for the 2026 NFL season, the Seahawks are considering a trade for De'Von Achane from the Miami Dolphins. Achane, who has demonstrated impressive production with 145 receptions for 1,080 yards and 10 touchdowns over the last two seasons, could significantly enhance Seattle's backfield. The Seahawks have $32.9 million in cap space and three top-100 draft picks, making them well-positioned to pursue Achane and potentially form a top-five rushing attack alongside Charbonnet. This strategic move could reshape the Seahawks' offensive dynamics as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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Acquiring Achane would strengthen the Seahawks' offense, allowing them to maintain competitiveness in the NFL while Charbonnet recovers.
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