Week 2 of the new NFL season could prove to be a turning point for several franchises — including the Miami Dolphins. Once again, Tua Tagovailoa’s team struggled to find its rhythm, and the home loss to the New England Patriots may end up being the tipping point for Mike McDaniel’s future as HC in South Florida.
The Dolphins’ head coach finds himself in the eye of the storm — not just because of the team’s losing record, but also due to the lack of noticeable improvements on the field.
According to journalist Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post, who shared the update via his official X account (formerly Twitter), McDaniel stated he isn’t worried about his job situation, explaining that it’s not his philosophy to focus on those matters.
“If I worry about my job security then I won’t be doing my job. That goes against everything I believe in. I’ve never felt entitled to this position. I need to spend my time on this job,” the HC said when asked by Chris Perkins.
Tua’s warning to McDaniel
One of the first players to speak following the tough loss to the Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium was the team’s starting quarterback—arguably the most influential player on the roster. Far from satisfied with the level of play, Tua Tagovailoa warned Mike McDaniel about the steps that need to be taken moving forward, making it clear he’s far from happy with the team’s current state.
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Will Mike McDaniel be fired by the Dolphins?
While there’s still no clear indication of what lies ahead for Mike McDaniel, the truth is the team once again delivered a disappointing performance on the field — and that has led many to question whether the head coach should remain in charge.
What’s next for the Dolphins?
With the goal of turning things around immediately, these are the upcoming games that Tagovailoa and the Dolphins will have to face as they search for their first win of the NFL season.
- @ Buffalo Bills, September 18
- vs New York Jets, September 29
- @ Carolina Panthers, October 5
- vs Los Angeles Chargers, October 12
- @ Cleveland Browns, October 19
