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Dolphins Fire Mike McDaniel Amid General Manager Search

Dolphins Fire Mike McDaniel Amid General Manager Search

Summary

The Miami Dolphins have fired Mike McDaniel as their head coach after four seasons, including two recent losing seasons. The team's owner, Stephen M. Ross, stated that a change was necessary. The Dolphins are also in the process of searching for a new general manager.

Key Facts

  • The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons.
  • McDaniel's tenure included several playoff appearances but ended with two losing seasons.
  • The Dolphins finished the last season with a 7-10 record, placing third in the AFC East.
  • Team owner Stephen M. Ross announced McDaniel's firing, citing the need for change.
  • McDaniel previously worked as an offensive coordinator and assistant coach before joining the Dolphins.
  • The team has an interim general manager, Champ Kelly, and is interviewing other candidates for the GM position.
  • McDaniel expressed his willingness to help the team find a new general manager.
  • Other NFL teams, including the Baltimore Ravens, also recently fired their head coaches.

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