Dolphins Eye Dameon Pierce After Eagles Release
Miami is reportedly considering adding the former Philadelphia running back as its backfield depth thins.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Football
The Miami Dolphins are considering signing running back Dameon Pierce, who was recently released by the Philadelphia Eagles. Aaron Wilson reported that Pierce is being looked at by multiple teams.
Why it matters
Miami's backfield has been stretched since De'Von Achane's season-ending injury, leaving Ollie Gordon and Jaylen Wright carrying much of the load. Adding a veteran with recent playing time could shore up depth for the Dolphins' running game.
The report comes from Aaron Wilson's X posting, which indicates Pierce is being evaluated by several clubs. Achane's Week 3 torn ACL removed Miami's top back, and the Dolphins have since relied on Ollie Gordon, Jaylen Wright and Kaytron Allen, with no confirmed timeline for a signing.
The players
Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins are an NFL franchise based in Miami Gardens, Florida, competing in the AFC East division.
Dameon Pierce
Dameon Pierce is a running back who previously played for the Houston Texans before joining the Philadelphia Eagles, where he was released.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles are an NFL franchise based in Philadelphia that won Super Bowl LII and competes in the NFC East.
The details
Pierce was released by the Eagles after Philadelphia's running back group became healthier, reducing the need for depth. He earned meaningful snaps in Philadelphia when Saquon Barkley was sidelined, and Miami is weighing whether he can fill a complementary role behind Gordon.
Timeline
Week 3: De'Von Achane suffered a torn ACL that ended his season.
Midway through the season: Miami signed Kaytron Allen after the Commanders released him.
November 7, 2026: Reports emerged that Miami is evaluating Dameon Pierce.
Season Trajectory
Pierce's path mirrors how injuries to top backs in Philadelphia created opportunities for depth players, as seen during Barkley's absences. For Miami, the search for running back help highlights how a season-ending injury to a primary back can force a team to rebuild its rotation midyear.
A Pierce signing would give Miami a veteran option behind Ollie Gordon and Jaylen Wright, potentially changing how touches are distributed in fantasy lineups. Fantasy managers tracking Dolphins backs should watch whether Miami formalizes a deal in the coming days.
The takeaway
Depth moves like this one often follow injuries and roster shifts, so keeping an eye on backfield changes can help readers track which players will see increased workloads.
Further reading
For more on the Dolphins' roster moves, see Football coverage across Miami.
