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Dolphins' Coach McDaniel Under Fire After 1-4 Start

10/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Mike McDaniel, the Dolphins' head coach, faces scrutiny after a 1-4 start.
The Dolphins' loss to the Carolina Panthers is part of that 1-4 stretch.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Miami is not near firing McDaniel, despite owner Stephen Ross's frustration.
The current 1-4 start is the Dolphins' worst since 2019, and past similar starts led to firings.

History

Historical Context

The Miami Dolphins' struggles began in the 2019 season when they started 0-7, leading to the firing of head coach Adam Gase. Owner Stephen Ross's frustration mirrored the scrutiny facing current coach Mike McDaniel after the team's 1-4 start in 2023. Historically, poor starts have prompted significant coaching changes, emphasizing the pressure on NFL coaches to achieve immediate success.

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Story summary

Mike McDaniel, the Dolphins' head coach, faces scrutiny after a 1-4 start.
The Dolphins' loss to the Carolina Panthers is part of that 1-4 stretch.
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Miami is not near firing McDaniel, despite owner Stephen Ross's frustration.
The current 1-4 start is the Dolphins' worst since 2019, and past similar starts led to firings.

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