Overview
- Owner Stephen M. Ross said he informed McDaniel of his dismissal and cited the need for a comprehensive overhaul of the organization.
- McDaniel departs after four seasons with a 35-33 record and two playoff appearances that both ended in Wild Card losses.
- The Dolphins missed the postseason for a second straight year with a 7-10 finish, underscoring persistent offensive inconsistency.
- Miami has retained Hall of Famer Troy Aikman as an advisor to assist the head-coach hiring process and the general manager search following Chris Grier’s October exit.
- The move comes during a broader NFL coaching shake-up that includes changes in Atlanta, Cleveland, Las Vegas and Arizona, while reports on Baltimore’s John Harbaugh circulated before formal team confirmation.