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FILE - In this Nov. 10, 2019, file photo, Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts in Indianapolis. Pro football is discovering that the spirit of the Rooney Rule is being violated. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made that a point of emphasis in his state of the league speech during Super Bowl week. So count on Goodell finding ways to more strongly implement the policy that requires teams to interview minority candidates for coaching and executive positions.(AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
NFL putting stronger Rooney Rule front and center

By Barry Wilner Feb. 18, 2020 05:35 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers' DeForest Buckner, front, celebrates his sack of Kansas City Chiefs' quarterback Patrick Mahomes, on the turf rear, during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 54 football game Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
The Latest: A sellout for Super Bowl, but with a twist

Feb. 02, 2020 03:40 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick scrambles during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Mass. Fitzpatrick says he wants to play next season at age 37, and he'll likely be back with the Miami Dolphins. Coach Brian Flores said last week he expected Fitzpatrick to return. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)
Dolphins' Ryan Fitzpatrick says he wants to be back in 2020

Jan. 31, 2020 05:35 PM EST

Chan Gailey and Josh Boyer are new coordinators for Dolphins

By Steven Wine Jan. 20, 2020 11:56 PM EST
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Dolphins announced the hiring of Chan Gailey as offensive coordinator Monday, and promoted Josh Boyer to defensive coordinator. ...

FILE - In this Aug. 24, 2018, file photo, Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy watches during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Oakland Raiders, in Oakland, Calif. The Dallas Cowboys didn't take long to settle on Mike McCarthy as their coach after waiting a week to announce they were moving on from Jason Garrett. McCarthy, who won a Super Bowl at the home of the Cowboys nine years ago as Green Bay's coach, has agreed to become the ninth coach in team history, a person with direct knowledge of the deal said Monday, Jan. 6, 2020. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the move. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Head coaching hires ranging from experienced to newcomers

By Barry Wilner Jan. 07, 2020 05:54 PM EST

Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker catches a pass over New England Patriots cornerback Stephon Gilmore in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
In wake of turnaround, Dolphins believe 2020 will be special

By Steven Wine Dec. 30, 2019 02:19 PM EST

This photo provided by the Broward County Sheriff's Office shows Xavien Howard. Howard was arrested Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, on a domestic battery charge following an argument with his fiance over the purchase of a purse, according to a police report. (Broward County Sheriff's Office via AP)
Dolphins star cornerback arrested on domestic battery charge

By Freida Frisaro Dec. 30, 2019 11:36 AM EST

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel scores a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Dolphins stun Patriots 27-24, denying NE first-round bye

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 29, 2019 04:46 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick flips a pass as New England Patriots linebacker Jamie Collins, left, flies past in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Miami Dolphins at New England Patriots 12/29/2019

Dec. 29, 2019 01:18 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady passes against the Buffalo Bills in the first half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Against Dolphins, Patriots playing for week off in playoffs

By Jimmy Golen Dec. 26, 2019 07:09 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) looks to pass, during the first half at an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Dolphins MVP Ryan Fitzpatrick might not be back next season

By Steven Wine Dec. 26, 2019 05:28 PM EST

Miami Dolphins kicker Jason Sanders (7) kicks the game-winning field goal, as Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Greg Mabin (26) attempts to block, during overtime at an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Dolphins defeated the Begals 38-35. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Dolphins hope to play spoilers' role in finale at Patriots

By Steven Wine Dec. 23, 2019 04:13 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield walks off the field after the Browns were defeated by the Baltimore Ravens 31-15 in an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Ravens clinch AFC's top seed by beating Browns 31-15

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2019 05:24 PM EST

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton (14) looks to pass, during the second half at an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Dolphins survive late collapse and beat Bengals in OT, 38-35

By Steven Wine Dec. 22, 2019 05:23 PM EST

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) looks to pass, during the first half at an NFL football gam against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Cincinnati Bengals at Miami Dolphins 12/22/2019

Dec. 22, 2019 01:11 PM EST

A lost season for Dolphins backup QB Josh Rosen? He says no

Dec. 20, 2019 05:41 PM EST
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Josh Rosen says he's encouraged by his development while relegated to a backup quarterback role this year, and he has no complaint about...

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (34) breaks away from Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt (57) and runs in for a touchdown in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)
It's worst vs worst when Dolphins try to run against Bengals

By Steven Wine Dec. 19, 2019 01:45 PM EST

Dolphins CB Xavien Howard has another knee operation

Dec. 19, 2019 12:13 PM EST
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard had surgery on his left knee this week, raising anew questions about his long-term health. ...

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) is pulled down by Miami Dolphins cornerback Jomal Wiltz (33) during the first quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Dolphins will go for win that would ruin shot at No. 1 pick

By Steven Wine Dec. 16, 2019 03:43 PM EST

Buffalo Bills free safety Jordan Poyer (21) takes a hold of Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker (11), during the first half at an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Dolphins' DeVante Parker signs deal worth up to $40 million

By Steven Wine Dec. 13, 2019 05:52 PM EST