In the highly competitive Miami Dolphins backfield, rookie Jaylen Wright faces a considerable challenge as he vies for game-time against some of the NFL’s top performers. The Dolphins’ running attack benefits from the prowess of Raheem Mostert, who topped the league in rushing touchdowns last season, and the explosive De’Von Achane, whose average of 7.8 yards per carry last season was nothing short of stellar.
Despite the stiff competition, Wright is making a solid impression in his first NFL training camp. His teammate Achane, herself a standout performer last season, has praised Wright’s adaptability and learning pace.
“He’s picking up stuff pretty fast,” Achane shared. “I told him he’s doing better than I did last year at this time.
It was hard for me, really stressful not knowing things. But Jaylen, he’s quick.
He knows what he’s doing, and that confidence lets him play fast, almost like he’s still in college.”
Dolphins offensive coordinator Frank Smith also recognizes Wright’s efforts and sees critical weeks ahead for the rookie. “He is putting in the work needed to understand the complexities of our blocking schemes and figuring out where he fits within our system,” said Smith. “These next few weeks, especially with the preseason games starting soon, are crucial for him.”
Wright’s collegiate career at Tennessee was marked by high productivity, where he averaged 7.4 yards per carry in his final season. Yet, even with such impressive statistics, the road to becoming a regular feature in the Dolphins’ game plan is not straightforward. He also has to contend with seasoned veteran Jeff Wilson Jr., another hurdle in Wright’s path to earning more playtime.
As preseason play approaches, Wright seems poised and ready to demonstrate that he can translate his college success into effective NFL performance, justifying his place in a fiercely talented roster. With his early showings of dedication and capability, Wright may soon prove he is more than just another rookie in the crowd.