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Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley surprised by low reporter turnout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley surprised by low reporter turnout

Summary

Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley expressed confusion over the sparse attendance of reporters at his press conference on September 29, 2026, amid the team's 0-3 start. Many reporters were reportedly attending the Miami Heat's media day instead. Hafley acknowledged the situation but transitioned to discuss routine topics during the presser. The event highlighted Miami's declining local media presence, a trend seen with recent layoffs affecting prominent sports journalists at local newspapers. This decline reflects broader issues in sports coverage and media resources in the area.

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By the Numbers

•Dolphins are 0-3 this season
•Hafley questioned the reporter turnout during press conference
•Many reporters attended Heat media day instead
•Miami sports media faces layoffs and staffing reductions
•Local newspapers are shifting coverage strategies

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley confused by how few reporters attended press conference

What they're saying

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At 0-3, the Miami Dolphins aren’t exactly the hottest ticket in town. But the Dolphins are still an NFL franchise, and the NFL rules America, so forgive head coach Jeff Hafley for his perplexed reaction to sparse reporters at his press conference on Monday. The Dolphins’ livestream caught the earnest moment before the presser officially…
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