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McDaniel Credits Quinn for Sobriety in Coach Reunion

11/13/2025

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Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel credits Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn with helping him achieve sobriety.
McDaniel recalled that Dan Quinn and other Falcons coaches confronted him about his drinking in 2016, which led him to quit.
McDaniel said, "Dan Quinn holds a special place in my heart," underscoring Quinn's authentic leadership.
This is the first meeting between McDaniel and Quinn as opposing head coaches.

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Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel credits Washington Commanders head coach Dan Quinn with helping him achieve sobriety.
McDaniel recalled that Dan Quinn and other Falcons coaches confronted him about his drinking in 2016, which led him to quit.
McDaniel said, "Dan Quinn holds a special place in my heart," underscoring Quinn's authentic leadership.
This is the first meeting between McDaniel and Quinn as opposing head coaches.