Overview
- ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports conflicting sourcing on whether McDaniel will be retained, noting recent signals have grown less certain after earlier optimism.
- ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says McDaniel could be considered by Cleveland if Miami moves on and the Browns’ job opens, while noting he still has support in Miami.
- Fowler also reports the Dolphins’ ongoing general manager search is focused on overall fit rather than aligning specifically with McDaniel.
- Miami will finish 7-9 after a 5-2 close and will miss the playoffs for a second straight season following a steep offensive decline since 2023.
- Tua Tagovailoa posted 20 touchdowns and 15 interceptions before being benched for rookie Quinn Ewers, who is 1-1 as a starter, and GM Chris Grier was let go earlier this season.