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Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel as Patrick Paul discusses his departure

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:55 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel as Patrick Paul discusses his departure

Summary

The Miami Dolphins have made significant changes to their coaching staff, firing Mike McDaniel after a less successful period in his tenure. Patrick Paul, drafted during McDaniel's time, expressed appreciation for his former head coach but acknowledged the business aspect leading to his dismissal. McDaniel's last season saw the Dolphins finish 11-6, advancing to the playoffs but failing to secure a win. The Dolphins have appointed Jon-Eric Sullivan as general manager and Jeff Hafley as head coach. McDaniel is expected to join the Los Angeles Chargers team alongside Butch Barry, also departing from Miami.

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By the Numbers

•Miami Dolphins overhaul coaching staff, firing Mike McDaniel.
•Patrick Paul expresses support for McDaniel, highlights their relationship.
•Dolphins finished 11-6 in 2023 but did not win a playoff game.
•Jon-Eric Sullivan named general manager, Jeff Hafley head coach.
•McDaniel expected to become offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Chargers.

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2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Dolphins’ Patrick Paul Doesn’t Hold Back on Mike McDaniel

What they're saying

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This offseason, the Miami Dolphins decided to overhaul the entire front office and coaching staff. Jon-Eric Sullivan came in as the team’s general manager, while Jeff Hafley took over as head coach. Moreover, in this process of change, Miami decided to fire former head coach Mike McDaniel, whose best season in Miami came in 2023, […] The post Dolphins’ Patrick Paul Doesn’t Hold Back on Mike McDaniel appeared first on HEAVY.
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