The Miami Dolphins’ 2024 season has been a disappointment so far, and there are rumors that head coach Mike McDaniel’s job may be in jeopardy. Despite signing a contract extension in August, McDaniel’s performance has been under scrutiny, and some are wondering if he will survive the end of the season.
According to ESPN’s Dan Graziano, there are some within the league who are questioning McDaniel’s ability to lead the team. Graziano notes that while McDaniel did sign an extension, some are still wondering if he is the right man for the job.
McDaniel’s struggles are not due to injuries or bad personnel decisions, but rather his inability to adapt and make changes. He has been making the same mistakes for two years, despite having a new contract and a talented roster.
The Dolphins’ lack of discipline and physicality has been a major concern this season. Owner Stephen Ross has to be tired of hearing about his team’s “soft” narrative, and McDaniel’s inability to address this issue may be his downfall.
McDaniel’s record against teams above .500 is also a concern. He has struggled to beat good teams, and this week’s game against the Texans in Houston may be his only chance to change that narrative.
The Texans are likely to make the playoffs, and a win against them would be a much-needed boost for McDaniel and the Dolphins. However, if they lose, it could be another nail in McDaniel’s coffin.
There are plenty of reasons why the Dolphins may want to consider making a coaching change after the season. The team is wildly inconsistent on both sides of the ball, and McDaniel’s play-calling has been questionable at times.
Despite general manager Chris Grier’s efforts to build a talented roster, the team is still an afterthought on most Sundays. McDaniel’s inability to get the most out of his players may be a sign that it’s time for a change.
Owner Stephen Ross has given Grier the green light to spend freely on several positions, but the team’s performance has not improved. Ross may be wondering if McDaniel is the right man to lead the team, despite his contract extension.
The bigger question is whether Ross wants to go through another coaching change. The Dolphins have had their fair share of coaching changes in recent years, and Ross may be hesitant to make another change. However, if he thinks McDaniel is not the right man for the job, he may have to cut bait sooner rather than later.
Ultimately, McDaniel’s fate will depend on the Dolphins’ performance over the rest of the season. If they can turn things around and make a push for the playoffs, McDaniel may be able to save his job. However, if they continue to struggle, it may be time for the Dolphins to look for a new head coach.
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