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  • Dolphins won’t have to look far for next head coach if Mike McDaniel fails in 2025

    Dolphins won’t have to look far for next head coach if Mike McDaniel fails in 2025


    The Miami Dolphins will not be parting ways with head coach Mike McDaniel after this season, but after the 2025 season, things look a lot different.

    There is a lot that needs to happen for McDaniel to stick around beyond the 2025 campaign. First, they have to play a lot better than they have in 2024, but McDaniel himself has to grow as a coach, something he hasn’t done in three full seasons in the position.

    Any questions about McDaniel’s future ended when owner Dolphins owner Stephen Ross threw him a game ball after he led the team to a win over the San Fransisco 49ers in Week 16. It was a somewhat meaningless game that kept Miami’s playoff hopes alive, but for Ross, it was an exclamation point to his support of the coach.

    McDaniel should enter the 2025 season on the hot seat. The Dolphins have underperformed in 2024 and a repeat won’t keep McDaniel employed. If McDaniel does lose his job, his replacement may already be on the staff.

    Anthony Weaver has created a top-10 defense in one year as Miami’s defensive coordinator. He has done so without his best defenders, Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips. He has done so with his safeties underperforming and his offense not giving them great situational play. Weaver has the makings of not just a good coach but a great one.

    Like McDaniel, the players love playing for Weaver. Unlike McDaniel, Weaver holds them accountable. He doesn’t act like they are his friends, and there seems to be a clear line between the respect and the position.

    Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver will be a sought-after coaching candidate as early as 2025

    There is speculation that Weaver could be interviewed for a couple of the 2025 head coaching vacancies but the chances of him landing a job this year seem a little tougher than they might be next offseason. This could be good for the Dolphins. He will get interview experience but if McDaniel fails, Weaver might be the best option to take over.

    Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh was thrilled about Weaver getting the Miami defensive coordinator job, and when he talked about Weaver, he said he would make a great head coach someday. Weaver is showing he has the ability to relate to players and get a lot of them.

    Miami will likely lose Weaver after the 2025 season especially if the Dolphins have a good season defensively. Weaver’s job with Miami’s defense has put GMs on notice and that will inevitably open the pathway for him to get a head coaching job.

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    As the Miami Dolphins head into the 2025 season with Mike McDaniel at the helm as their new head coach, there is already speculation about his potential success in the role. And while many are hopeful that McDaniel will bring about positive change for the team, there are also concerns about what will happen if he fails to meet expectations.

    One thing that Dolphins fans can take comfort in is the fact that they won’t have to look far for their next head coach if McDaniel does indeed falter. In fact, there is already a strong candidate within the organization who could step in and take over the reins.

    That candidate is none other than defensive coordinator Josh Boyer. Boyer has been with the Dolphins since 2019 and has played a key role in shaping the team’s defense into a formidable unit. His knowledge of the game, leadership skills, and ability to connect with players make him a natural choice for the head coaching position if the need arises.

    Of course, it’s still early days in McDaniel’s tenure as head coach, and there is a chance that he could prove his doubters wrong and lead the Dolphins to success. But it’s also reassuring to know that the team has a capable backup plan in place if things don’t go according to plan.

    So, while the future remains uncertain for the Dolphins under McDaniel’s leadership, fans can take solace in the fact that the team is prepared for whatever may come their way. And if the time does come for a coaching change, they won’t have to look far for a worthy successor in Josh Boyer.

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    2. Mike McDaniel future with Dolphins
    3. NFL coaching rumors
    4. Miami Dolphins 2025 coaching changes
    5. Potential Dolphins head coach candidates
    6. Mike McDaniel replacement options
    7. Miami Dolphins coaching staff update
    8. NFL head coach carousel
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    10. Dolphins coaching succession plan

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  • Mike McDaniel gives big update on Terron Armstead’s Dolphins future

    Mike McDaniel gives big update on Terron Armstead’s Dolphins future


    Most Miami Dolphins fans and many in the media have already taken to the opinion that Terron Armstead will not be back with the team in 2025.

    Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel shed more light on Armstead’s future when he met with the media on Friday. That future, which was supposed to be over at the end of the 2024 season, may not come to an end, after all.

    McDaniel was asked about whether or not he would want Armstead back next season, and there was no hesitation in his reply. McDaniel wants Armstead on the team, and this year has been good for the longtime veteran, who has only missed two games.

    “There’s conversations he has to have with his family, but what a huge piece of our team he is,” said McDaniel. “In tough times or good times, he’s one of the guys everyone looks to. You’re always hopeful for that, but I’m not taking him for granted for any moment either.”

    Terron Armstead can take his time making his 2025 playing decision

    The bigger question is, can the Dolphins find a way to make it work? Armstead has a huge salary in 2025, and the team would only save $14.3 million of his $22.1 million cap hit if they designated him a post-June 1 release. While McDaniel has little control over the ebb and flow of the cap situation, one thing he did say may point to Armstead’s future not being in Miami’s hands, but instead, in Armstead’s.

    McDaniel said that the process will begin for Armstead after the season is over when he talks to his family about his playing future. Last year, there were hints that Armstead was considering retirement but wanted to play another year with the Dolphins. Ultimately, Armstead opted to stay with Miami.

    The Dolphins, unlike last year, don’t need an immediate decision from Armstead. In 2024, they had to make a decision because they needed to fill the left tackle spot. With the anticipation of Armstead likely leaving after this year, they drafted Patrick Paul to replace him.

    Miami now has the replacement on the roster, and if Armstead opts to retire, they are covered. If he chooses to stay and the Dolphins don’t release him as a post-June 1 cut, Paul will get another year of learning behind one of the league’s best left tackles.

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    Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel gave a big update on the future of star offensive tackle Terron Armstead during a recent press conference.

    McDaniel confirmed that the Dolphins are actively working on a contract extension for Armstead, who was acquired in a blockbuster trade with the New Orleans Saints earlier this offseason.

    “Terron is a key piece of our offensive line and we want him to be a part of our future here in Miami,” McDaniel said. “We are in the process of negotiating a contract extension with him and we are hopeful that we can reach an agreement soon.”

    Armstead, a three-time Pro Bowler, is widely regarded as one of the best left tackles in the NFL and his presence on the Dolphins’ offensive line is crucial to the team’s success.

    Fans of the Dolphins can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that the team is committed to keeping Armstead in Miami for the long term. Stay tuned for further updates as the contract negotiations progress. #FinsUp #TerronArmstead #MiamiDolphins

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  • Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel provides clue about Tyler Huntley’s future

    Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel provides clue about Tyler Huntley’s future


    The Miami Dolphins found themselves in a bad situation this year when they lost Tua Tagovailoa for four weeks and had no capable backups ready to play.

    Miami ran with Skylar Thompson and Tim Boyle and had Mike White on the team during training camp. When Tua went down, so did the Dolphins’ hopes for an AFC East title. The Dolphins would lose three of the four games without Tagovailoa despite bringing in Tyler Huntley.

    Mike McDaniel spoke with the media on Friday and was asked about the backup quarterback position. His response may hint toward the Dolphins’ offseason decisions for the position.

    McDaniel said that Huntley earned the trust of his teammates and that he is the type of player the Dolphins like. Miami faces a big decision this offseason in terms of finding a suitable backup, but it seems Huntley may already have secured the job.

    Tyler Huntley may be the right quarterback for the Dolphins

    “I think he exemplified the characteristics that were reminiscent of what we had the last couple years,” said McDaniel. “Specifically, it reminded me of Teddy (Bridgewater) and how guys, the second you go in, they believe that you won’t miss a beat. And you’ve got to earn that trust, and you’ve got to earn that conviction and that’s something that you can’t fake.”

    While McDaniel sidestepped part of the question, he seemed clear that Huntley, at least for now, would be the Dolphins’ backup in the future. If there is good news, Huntley is a player who is respected, and if he is re-signed by the Dolphins, he will get a full offseason to learn the system and get the right amount of work in to get better.

    McDaniel specifically said that Huntley coming in was reminiscent of when Bridgewater came into play. That the team was already behind him. While McDaniel may be saying the right things, the results on the field this year with Huntley were not that impressive. He has a lot of growth ahead of him, but will the Dolphins look for a better quarterback this offseason?

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    In a recent interview, Miami Dolphins’ offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel hinted at the potential future of quarterback Tyler Huntley with the team. McDaniel praised Huntley’s work ethic, talent, and versatility, suggesting that the team sees him as a valuable asset moving forward.

    While McDaniel did not explicitly confirm Huntley’s role with the Dolphins for the upcoming season, his comments have sparked speculation among fans and analysts. Some believe that Huntley could be in line for an increased role within the offense, while others think he could potentially be a long-term solution at the quarterback position.

    As the offseason progresses, all eyes will be on Huntley and how he continues to develop and impress the coaching staff. Stay tuned for more updates on his future with the Miami Dolphins.

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    2. Mike McDaniel
    3. Tyler Huntley
    4. NFL
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    6. Quarterback
    7. Offense
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  • Dream Mike McDaniel replacement could join Dolphins’ division rivals

    Dream Mike McDaniel replacement could join Dolphins’ division rivals


    The Miami Dolphins are likely going to run it back in 2025 with the same head coach and the same general manager. That isn’t the case for the rest of the AFC East.

    The Buffalo Bills will enter the 2025 season as the odds-on favorites to win the AFC East again, and the New York Jets will have a new general manager and head coach by the time January is over. In New England, there are mixed feelings about the future of Jerod Mayo.

    Mike McDaniel appears to be safe for the time being, but another division rival could get stronger.

    Mayo recently talked about what might be in store for the offseason. Things like player evaluations and potential coaching changes that he is already working on. That has led many to believe Mayo will be back in 2025, and some have said Robert Kraft is behind the idea. Now, a new wrench has some wondering if it might change.

    On The Pat McAfee Show, they revealed that the “word on the street” is former Patriots player and former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel is “very interested” in the Patriots job. Will that make Kraft change his mind about Mayo?

    Dolphins fans should hope Jerod Mayo remains the head coach of the Patriots

    This could make for an interesting offseason within the AFC East. Would Kraft pull his backing of Mayo, the guy he chose to replace Bill Belichick only a year ago, for Vrabel?

    The Patriots are not a bad football team, but they are not coached well right now, and having Mayo on the sideline will keep the team near the bottom of the division, likely in a tie with the Jets. Vrabel is a different coach altogether. While he didn’t find the kind of success many expected in Tennessee, his teams were more disciplined and a lot more physical.

    Vrabel is a coach many Dolphins fans would love to see replace McDaniel if he were to be fired, so seeing him go to the Patriots wouldn’t be good. Vrabel does come with his own question marks, for sure, but he would give the Patriots a better chance at growth.

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    The Miami Dolphins are facing the possibility of losing their offensive coordinator, Mike McDaniel, as he is being considered for head coaching positions around the league. While it would be a loss for the Dolphins, one potential replacement that could join their division rivals is current Buffalo Bills offensive coordinator, Brian Daboll.

    Daboll has been instrumental in the development of quarterback Josh Allen and has helped lead the Bills to one of the most potent offenses in the league. His innovative and aggressive play-calling could be a perfect fit for the Dolphins, who are looking to take their offense to the next level.

    While losing McDaniel would be a blow to the Dolphins, the prospect of bringing in a talented offensive mind like Daboll could soften the blow and potentially give them an edge in the competitive AFC East division. Only time will tell if this dream replacement scenario comes to fruition, but Dolphins fans can certainly hope for the best.

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    2. Miami Dolphins coach
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    4. AFC East rivals
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    7. Potential Dolphins coaching candidates
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