Miami Dolphins Fire Wes Welker and Danny Crossman After Disappointing Season

The team's head coach cited the need for changes following a decline in passing offense and continued special teams struggles.

Wide receivers coach Wes Welker and special teams coordinator Danny Crossman were dismissed by the Dolphins on Friday after a subpar 2024 season.
The Dolphins' passing offense, once a league leader, fell to 15th in 2024, with no 1,000-yard receivers and fewer explosive plays compared to prior seasons.
Special teams under Crossman struggled significantly, ranking among the league's worst and committing 21 penalties, tied for fourth most in the NFL this season.
Head coach Mike McDaniel acknowledged the contributions of both coaches but emphasized the need for improvement as the team evaluates its future direction.
Welker, a former NFL star, had been with the team since 2022, while Crossman had served as Miami's special teams coordinator since 2019.