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Where Mike McDaniel Ranks Among Dolphins Head Coaches

Mike McDaniel was fired Thursday after four seasons as Miami Dolphins head coach, leaving with a 35-35 record that included two playoff losses. McDaniel became the first Dolphins coach to last four full seasons in more than 20 years, since Dave Wannstedt made it through four years and nine games from 2000-04, to be precise.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / January 8

Why Dolphins reportedly fired McDaniel, could pass on Harbaugh

Why Dolphins owner Stephen Ross reportedly fired Mike McDaniel, could pass on John Harbaugh

The Dolphins ultimately decided to part ways with McDaniel. Many assume the decision was made with an eye toward Harbaugh, but is that the case?

John Harbaugh has made a decision about his coaching future

Ravens players react to shocking firing of John Harbaugh

Recently fired Ravens HC John Harbaugh is the ultimate coaching free agent

The 'NFL coach all-time wins leaders' quiz

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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.

Miami Dolphins News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

Miami Dolphins Fire Head Coach Mike McDaniel

The Miami Dolphins have today announced the decision to fire head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons in charge. McDaniel joined the Dolphins ahead of the 2022 season after holding different roles with multiple teams around the NFL.

Miami Dolphins News / 5 GOATs / January 8

Stephen A. Smith questions if Tua Tagovailoa also wants ‘a diaper and a bib’ after Mike McDaniel firing

In the wake of Mike McDaniel’s firing on Thursday morning, ESPN anchor Stephen A. Smith has a bone to pick with Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 8

Chiefs among three NFL teams that need to hire Mike McDaniel

McDaniel's sharp offensive mind could be put to great use with multiple teams that need a new offensive coordinator.

Dolphins make final Mike McDaniel decision amid John Harbaugh rumors

Insider says Chiefs TE Travis Kelce 'wants' to do this amid retirement rumors

Former Patrick Mahomes coach is the right guy to fix the Chiefs offense

The best and worst uniform changes in NFL history

The 'NFL rookie Conference Championship game receiving leaders' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Field Level Media / January 8

Dolphins fire head coach Mike McDaniel after 7-10 season

The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel on Thursday morning after four seasons. The Dolphins started the 2025 season with six losses in seven games, fired general manager Chris Grier in October and owner Stephen Ross opted to delay a decision on McDaniel until after the season.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

Mike McDaniel News / Yardbarker / January 8

Dolphins make final Mike McDaniel decision amid John Harbaugh rumors

The Miami Dolphins have finally made a decision on McDaniel.

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh sends brother John encouraging message after Ravens firing

Recently fired Ravens HC John Harbaugh is the ultimate coaching free agent

The 'NFL coach all-time wins leaders' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / Miami Dolphins on SI / January 8

Dolphins GM Search Tracker: Down the Home Stretch?

The Miami Dolphins have reached the final quarter of their GM search, and the list of finalists for the position offers a nice balance along with little surprise.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 8

Could Dolphins replace Mike McDaniel with John Harbaugh?

Does Dolphins GM search show they could replace Mike McDaniel with John Harbaugh?

Whispers hinting that the Miami Dolphins could replace head coach Mike McDaniel with John Harbaugh have hovered over the Dolphins ever since the Baltimore Ravens stunningly parted ways with Harbaugh.

Recently fired Ravens HC John Harbaugh is the ultimate coaching free agent

Is alleged interest between Giants, John Harbaugh mutual?

Ravens players react to shocking firing of John Harbaugh

The 'NFL coach all-time wins leaders' quiz

Miami Dolphins News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 8

Dolphins’ next move after first phase of GM search

The Miami Dolphins have moved into the next step of their search for a new general manager. After reviewing a wide pool of candidates, the team has narrowed the list and is now beginning in-person interviews that could shape the franchise for years to come.

Miami Dolphins News / A to Z Sports / January 7

Dolphins take the next step with half of their general manager candidates, announce four in-person interviews

The Miami Dolphins are working through the "getting to know you" phase with some of the league's next leaders in front office work. Miami is angling to fill their general manager position, a post which has been vacant since the team parted ways with Chris Grier midway through the 2025 season.

Miami Dolphins News / Pro Football Rumors / January 8