Overview

• Miami lost its home opener 33-27 to New England, prompting boos and a pregame banner urging the firings of coach Mike McDaniel and GM Chris Grier.
• McDaniel said he won’t spend time worrying about his job security and acknowledged late-game communication and substitution breakdowns.
• His remark that “to win games, you have to win the game, not lose the game” went viral as Miami lamented penalties, delays and sacks on its final drives.
• Dolphins players including Alec Ingold, Patrick Paul and Chop Robinson publicly backed McDaniel and placed the onus on better execution.
• With a Thursday trip to the 2-0 Bills next, analysts suggested an immediate change is unlikely on a short week, though continued losses could escalate pressure.