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Fallout From Mike McDaniel’s Firing; Latest On John Harbaugh

The Dolphins brought an end to the Mike McDaniel era with Thursday’s firing. The move came as a surprise to McDaniel, who previously informed his staff that he’d continue as the Dolphins’ head coach, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com says.

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Falcons Set to Interview Dolphins DC Soon

Falcons Set to Interview Dolphins DC Soon There appears to be a real possibility that, on top of their currently vacant head coach and general manager positions, the Miami Dolphins will be in need of a defensive coordinator this offseason.

Miami Dolphins News / Larry Brown Sports / January 8

Mike McDaniel contacted by Lions for OC job hours after firing

The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel on Thursday, and he is widely expected to get interviews for a head coach job or an offensive coordinator role.

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The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

How many of the NFL players to lead their team in receiving yards in the 2025-26 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 100-yard-receiving rookie by team' quiz

The 'NFL 2015-16 leading passers by team' quiz

The 'Last 1,000-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

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The best passing performances from one NFL playoff run

Rule changes have made passing numbers easier to compile in the modern era, and the game's top quarterbacks have taken full advantage. While the heaviest hitters are represented here, some storied postseasons by slightly lesser-celebrated QBs remain entrenched in playoff annals as well.

Mike McDaniel News / Pro Football Rumors / January 8

Lions Eyeing Mike McDaniel For OC Job

Hours after the Dolphins bailed on a potential plan to give Mike McDaniel a fifth season as head coach, the experienced play-caller is drawing offensive coordinator interest.

Mike McDaniel News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 8

Lions Reached Out To Mike McDaniel Regarding OC Opening

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Lions have reached out to former Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel regarding their OC opening. Considering McDaniel was let go by Miami earlier today, it remains to be seen what his immediate future in the league looks like.

Miami Dolphins News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Predicting the Next Miami Dolphins Head Coach

One day after the 2025 NFL season ended, Mike McDaniel said he was still the Miami Dolphins head coach until told otherwise. Three days later, he was told otherwise, as McDaniel was fired after four seasons.

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / January 8

Breaking Down 18 Head Coaching Candidates for Miami Dolphins

It took the Miami Dolphins a few extra days compared to most teams, but the team decided to make a head coaching change on Thursday. Mike McDaniel is

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / January 8

Four head coaching candidates the Dolphins could tap into if they hire Jon-Eric Sullivan as the GM

The 'status quo' in Miami is indeed not good enough. The Miami Dolphins decided to shake things up and embrace a full-reset of their football operation entering 2026 after several days of deliberation over the fate of former head coach Mike McDaniel.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Mike McDaniel News / LWOSports.com / January 8

The Four Best Landing Spots For Mike McDaniel After Dolphins Firing

The Miami Dolphins fired Mike McDaniel after four seasons with the team. McDaniel has been the architect of some of the league’s best offenses during his time in Miami and will be a sought-after candidate for current job openings.

Miami Dolphins News / Stadium Rant / January 8

Dolphins Mike McDaniel Fired! What’s Next?

The NFL head coach guilletine continues falling, and the latest news is that the Miami Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel has been fired. It wasn’t long ago that he was being touted as an offensive genius, and now the former San Francisco 49ers coordinator finds himself on the unemployment line.