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Dolphins Part With GM Chris Grier, Name Champ Kelly Interim as McDaniel Stays

Owner Stephen Ross called the move urgent, installing Champ Kelly with the trade deadline just days away.

Chris Grier, general manager of the Miami Dolphins, during OTAs at Baptist Health Training Facility at Nova Southern University on May 14, 2019 in Davie, Florida.
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Oct 30, 2025; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel stands on the sidelines during the second quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Miami announced the mutual split Friday morning, less than a day after a 28-6 loss to the Ravens dropped the team to 2-7.
  • Ross said “change could not wait” and confirmed the club has begun a search for a permanent general manager.
  • Senior personnel executive Champ Kelly takes over on an interim basis, with the Nov. 4 trade deadline creating an immediate decision window.
  • ESPN and other outlets report Mike McDaniel is expected to remain head coach through the end of the season.
  • Grier had been GM since 2016 and with the franchise since 2000, overseeing five winning seasons and three playoff berths but no postseason victories.