DOLPHINS SQUAD SHOW: De’Von Achane NO SHOW as Miami Dolphins Hit Field, Hafley + Willis Era Begins

The Miami Dolphins are officially back on the field — but the biggest story starts with who wasn’t there.

De’Von Achane did not report to voluntary workouts, and while it may raise concern on the surface, this is about business — not panic. With contract talks ongoing and the Dolphins fully committed to extending him, this situation actually reinforces how important Achane is to Miami’s future.

At the same time, the Jeff Hafley era has officially begun, and for the first time we’re seeing what this new Dolphins team will look like on the field — from culture and accountability to how the roster is being evaluated.

And this is the beginning of the Malik Willis era.

With Willis leading the offense during early install, the Dolphins are starting to build their identity in real time — a faster, more flexible, more physical approach that aligns with what we’ve heard all offseason.

We also break down:
• What Achane’s absence REALLY means (and why it’s not a problem)
• The “good news” angle coming out of contract talks
• First impressions of Jeff Hafley and the tone he’s setting
• What we’re seeing from Malik Willis early in the process
• Who showed up, who didn’t, and what that tells us
• How the Dolphins are quietly reshaping the offense post-Waddle
• Draft visits, prospect interest, and what it reveals about Miami’s strategy
• Kyle Crabbs’ insight on flexibility, value, and building through the draft
• The biggest stories around the NFL and how Miami fits into it

This isn’t just offseason noise — this is the foundation of what the Dolphins are becoming.

👇 Dolphins fans — how do you feel about Achane not being there?

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***** 'LIVE' Miami Dolphins Commentary + Analysis from former Miami Dolphins Defensive Tackle Jeff “Z” Zgonina, Locked On Dolphins Host Kyle Crabbs and Dolphins POSTCAST Host Jim “GRIES” Grieshaber.

The Dolphins are building toward the 2026 season, and we will be right here 'LIVE' with your DOLPHINS SQUAD SHOW every Monday and Wednesday at noon ET all year long.
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