The Miami Dolphins are facing scrutiny following their decision to keep head coach Mike McDaniel and GM Chris Grier despite a disappointing season. Owner Stephen Ross's faith in the duo seems misplaced after the team ended the 2024 season with a 6-11 record, marking the franchise's first losing season since 2019. Significant contracts were handed out last summer to key players including Tua Tagovailoa, Jaylen Waddle, Jalen Ramsey, and Tyreek Hill, but the returns have not matched the investments. Tagovailoa's four-year extension is particularly concerning given his injury history and the looming salary cap implications. The Dolphins now find themselves in a challenging cap situation, $12 million over the limit for 2025, and the contracts for Hill and Ramsey may complicate roster adjustments for future seasons.
