Overview
- Aikman will serve as a temporary advisor, is not a candidate for the job, and is expected to sit in on interviews.
- Owner Stephen Ross sought an outside, respected perspective, leveraging Aikman’s relationships built over decades as a player and broadcaster.
- Miami parted with longtime GM Chris Grier on Oct. 31 after a 2-7 start, with Champ Kelly continuing as interim GM as formal interviews near.
- ESPN reporting indicates Aikman’s consulting work will not affect his Monday Night Football duties.
- The search is prioritizing candidates with strong scouting backgrounds, and the new GM will confront decisions on Mike McDaniel’s future, the quarterback plan and Tyreek Hill’s status.