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Dolphins Fall to 1-4 After 17-Point Collapse as McDaniel Admits Team Wasn't Prepared

Ownership is described as patient for now, leaving a narrow window for on-field fixes.

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 05: Head coach Mike McDaniel of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers in the game at Bank of America Stadium on October 05, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Miami blew a 17-0 lead in a 27-24 loss to the Panthers, allowing 239 rushing yards including 206 to Rico Dowdle.
  • Mike McDaniel said the team “wasn’t prepared” and characterized owner Stephen Ross as “really frustrated” after their routine postgame meeting.
  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported a coaching change does not appear imminent, with Ross preferring patience for the moment.
  • McDaniel said he sees solutions on film and emphasized shifting from talk to action, citing overlapping responsibilities on run defense.
  • Players, including Jaelan Phillips, said the locker room remains united as Miami turns to the Chargers next, with injuries and lineup evaluations still in play.