Overview
- Owner Stephen Ross announced the move, calling for comprehensive change after a 7–10 season and four years without a playoff win under McDaniel.
- Miami becomes the eighth franchise seeking a head coach in this cycle following a wave of firings across the league.
- With Rooney Rule interview requirements in place, newly available John Harbaugh is drawing broad interest; reports link Miami contact, but no firm tie to McDaniel’s dismissal is established.
- The Dolphins are advancing their general manager search first, with Chargers assistant GM Chad Alexander reported as a finalist who previously worked alongside Harbaugh in Baltimore.
- Quarterback uncertainty looms over the hire, as Tua Tagovailoa signaled openness to a fresh start this week and reports note QB situations factor into candidate interest.