Overview

• Miami squandered a 17-0 lead in a 27-24 loss to the Panthers in Charlotte, surrendering 239 rushing yards, including 206 to Rico Dowdle.
• Head coach Mike McDaniel acknowledged the team “wasn’t prepared,” citing failures in adjustments and discipline as Miami committed nine penalties.
• McDaniel said he met with owner Stephen Ross after the game and described Ross as “really frustrated” as the team prepares to host the Chargers.
• ESPN’s Adam Schefter said he does not sense a coaching change is coming anytime soon, describing ownership’s stance as patient for now.
• Players insisted the locker room remains unified; tight end Darren Waller had five first‑half catches for 78 yards and a touchdown but saw no second‑half targets, and special teams continued to trend upward.