Overview
- Aikman’s consulting role is temporary, he is not a candidate for the job, and his Monday Night Football duties at ESPN continue unchanged.
- He is expected to participate in interviews, with reports indicating Miami aims to begin meetings soon and favors candidates with strong scouting backgrounds.
- Head coach Mike McDaniel said he was informed of the move and welcomed more information after previously being criticized by Aikman during a December broadcast.
- Miami split with longtime GM Chris Grier on Oct. 31 after a 2-7 start, with Champ Kelly serving as interim GM as the team sits at 7-9 entering Week 18.
- The next GM will confront decisions on McDaniel and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, evaluate a roster impacted by Tyreek Hill’s health, and try to end a playoff win drought dating to 2000.