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Dolphins hire Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as new coach
Jeff Hafley, known for defensive success with the Packers, will lead the Dolphins' rebuilding effort after firing head coach Mike McDaniel and longtime GM Chris Grier.
- On Jan. 19, 2026, the Miami Dolphins reached an agreement to hire Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley as head coach after his second in-person interview Monday.
- After owner Stephen Ross fired Mike McDaniel on Jan. 8 following a 35-33 record in four seasons, Jon-Eric Sullivan, Miami's new general manager, prioritized the Dolphins' roster rebuild and culture reset.
- Known for toughness and structure, Hafley spent two seasons as Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator and four seasons as Boston College head coach, compiling a 22-26 record and emphasizing aggressive defense.
- Building a staff and a roster is immediate, with the tandem facing a likely split with Tua Tagovailoa that would create a large dead-cap hit.
- The move imports Green Bay's process to Miami because of Hafley's overlap with GM Jon-Eric Sullivan, aiming to end the Dolphins' 25-season playoff-win drought and restore postseason success.
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Jeff Hafley reaches agreement with Miami Dolphins to become their coach, AP source says
The Miami Dolphins and Jeff Hafley have reached an agreement to make the former Boston College head coach and Packers defensive coordinator their coach.
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