US EditionDolphins Interview Kevin Stefanski and Jeff Hafley for Coaching Vacancy
Kevin Stefanski, a two-time NFL Coach of the Year, interviewed for the Miami Dolphins head-coaching job after Mike McDaniel's firing, as the team seeks a new leader.
- On Jan. 13, 2026, the Miami Dolphins interviewed Kevin Stefanski, former Cleveland Browns head coach, and NFL Network reported he met with them in person, per Tom Pelissero.
- After being fired last week, Kevin Stefanski, former Cleveland Browns head coach with a 46-58 record, became available as the Dolphins began searching following Jon-Eric Sullivan's hiring last week.
- A look at his record reveals Kevin Stefanski spent 14 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, coached Brett Favre, led the Browns to their 2020 playoff win, and is seen as even-keeled, respected, and a player-first coach who calls his own plays.
- The Dolphins expect to finish more interviews with 11 coaching candidates after recently meeting Klint Kubiak, while Stephen Ross, Dolphins owner, and Jon-Eric Sullivan, Dolphins general manager, backed by a six-person power group, will decide McDaniel's replacement.
- Observers note the wider coaching carousel as Cleveland pursued John Harbaugh last week while Baltimore showed interest in Stefanski, and Miami faces pressure to end its playoff drought since 2000.
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Dolphins interview Kevin Stefanski and Jeff Hafley for coaching vacancy
Former Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski and Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley have interviewed with the Miami Dolphins for their head coaching vacancy.
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Report: Kevin Stefanski has Completed Interview with Dolphins - DolphinsTalk
Report: Kevin Stefanski has Completed Interview with Dolphins The Miami Dolphins’ quest to find their next head coach is well underway just days after they relieved Mike McDaniel of his duties. In the latest development regarding the team’s search for a brand new leader from the sidelines, the Dolphins interviewed a long-time NFL head coach on Wednesday. Dolphins have completed an interview with Kevin Stefanski for their head coach position. pi…
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