The Dolphins Didn’t Fire Brian Flores Because of His Coaching

The Ringer (01/10/2022)
  • Despite finishing the season with a winning record (9-8) including a 7 game winning streak, the Miami Dolphins still fired head coach Brian Flores.
  • Flores compiled winning records in 2/3 of his seasons coaching with talent-depleted rosters by training and motivating seemingly average players.
  • However, his abrasive approach led to strained relationships with the Dolphin’s owner, GM and young QB Tua Tagovailoa.
  • Article provides examples of past clashes including Flores pushing Dolphins to draft QB Justin Herbert, already a star, over Tua.