Miami Dolphins appoint Daniel Sillman as new CEO and head of football operations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Miami Dolphins have announced the appointment of Daniel Sillman as their new CEO and head of football operations, effective immediately. Sillman replaces Tom Garfinkel, who will transition to vice chairman while remaining involved with the organization. This change is part of a broader succession plan by owner Stephen Ross, who is 86 years old. Ross has indicated that he had been offered nearly $15 billion for the team, although details regarding the potential buyer and the sale have not been disclosed. Sillman, who is married to Ross' daughter Kimberly, brings significant experience from his previous roles in sports media rights.
- •Daniel Sillman replaces Tom Garfinkel as CEO and head of football operations.
- •Sillman is Stephen Ross' son-in-law and co-founded a sports media rights agency.
- •Sillman previously brokered significant media deals, including a $1.5 billion deal for Champions League rights.
- •Stephen Ross outlined a succession plan for the Dolphins earlier this year.
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Sillman | Five things to know about the Miami Dolphins' new CEO
"The Miami Dolphins named Daniel Sillman their new CEO and head of football operations, another step in Stephen Ross' succession plan.
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