Will Jeff Hafley Get Dolphins' Head Coaching Gig Today Or Will The McDermott Curveball Shake It Up?

Miami Dolphins shake up the NFL coaching cycle as the hunt for a new head coach intensifies amidst league-wide upheaval. Sean McDermott’s surprise firing by the Buffalo Bills sends shockwaves through the AFC East, raising questions about domino effects and potential fits across the league. Could the Dolphins seize a bold opportunity by pivoting to McDermott, or will they stay the course with leading candidate Jeff Hafley as interviews heat up?

Kyle Crabbs breaks down the Dolphins’ high-stakes decision process, highlighting John Eric Sullivan’s culture-building vision and the team’s targeted approach in today’s interview lineup, including Patrick Graham and Kelvin Sheppard. Key topics include Miami’s need for consistency in cold-weather games, the organizational impact of recent major changes, and how player development philosophies could shape the franchise’s future. With multiple franchises competing for top coaching talent, can the Dolphins outmaneuver rivals and set a winning foundation for 2026?

00:00 "John Eric Sullivan Interview"

06:19 "Building Culture Through Development"

07:36 "Jeff Halfley, NIL, and Culture"

12:21 Bills Fire McDermott

14:34 Dolphins Conduct Rooney Rule Interviews

18:08 "Titans' Leadership Turmoil Highlighted"

23:14 Bills' Coaching Changes and Dominoes

25:22 "Coaching Changes and Domino Effects"

27:33 "Dolphins Coaching Speculation Updates"

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