Dolphins Fire GM Amid Struggles

Chris Grier is no longer the Dolphins’ general manager, a decision announced shortly after the team's crushing 28–6 loss at home to the Ravens on Thursday Night Football. Owner Stephen M. Ross framed the departure as mutual, marking a pivotal shift in the franchise’s leadership. Over Grier’s tenure, Miami posted a 77–80 record, including a disappointing 2–7 start this season. The team reached the playoffs three times — in 2016, 2022, and 2023 — but each effort ended in a wild-card round defeat.

Grier’s relationship with the Dolphins spans over two decades, beginning in 2000 before ascending to general manager in 2016. During that time, the team secured five winning seasons and three playoff appearances, yet postseason success remained elusive. Miami continues to endure a 25-year playoff win drought — the longest active streak in the NFL — testing the patience of fans and ownership alike.

Less than ten hours after the Ravens loss, head coach Mike McDaniel addressed the team’s struggles. He highlighted issues with procedural execution but affirmed that his conversations with Ross about the team’s direction have been consistent and transparent throughout the season.

The situation feels fragile. Not long ago, Miami seemed poised for progress. Under McDaniel, the Dolphins reached the playoffs in consecutive years (2022 and 2023), kindling optimism around the franchise’s trajectory. Yet last season’s 8–9 finish revealed cracks, fueled by the absence of $212 million quarterback Tua Tagovailoa for six games and a dip in production from star wide receiver Tyreek Hill, whose output failed to match previous highs. These challenges, combined with recent setbacks, paint a sobering picture as Miami appears to be swiftly heading toward a harsh rebuild — one that will almost certainly see additional changes to both players and personnel.