Miami Dolphins Outside Linebackers Coach Interviews for New England Patriots Defensive Coordinator and Will Meet with Dallas Cowboys

In a move that could significantly impact the Miami Dolphins’ defensive coaching staff, the team’s outside linebackers coach has already interviewed for the New England Patriots’ defensive coordinator position.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the coach will also be meeting with the Dallas Cowboys next as they look to fill their own defensive coordinator vacancy.

The Dolphins have had a solid defense under head coach Mike McDaniel’s tenure, with outside linebacker play a key element in the team’s defensive scheme. The position has been bolstered by the coaching of the unnamed assistant, who helped develop key players such as Jaelan Phillips and Bradley Chubb into more prominent pass-rushers. These efforts have been pivotal for Miami, which has found a solid defensive identity after struggling in past seasons.

The opportunity to interview with New England’s Patriots comes at a critical time for the franchise. Bill Belichick’s defense has always been a cornerstone of the team’s success, and the retirement of longtime defensive coordinator, Matt Patricia, has left an important role open.

The Patriots are widely considered one of the NFL’s most respected defensive units, and the outside linebackers coach’s success in Miami makes him an attractive candidate for the position.

If hired, he would be tasked with maintaining the team’s high standards while also injecting fresh ideas into a defense that has historically relied on innovative game plans and strategic scheming.

However, the Dolphins’ coach will not stop there. Following his interview with the Patriots, the coach is set to speak with the Dallas Cowboys, another team with a rich defensive tradition.

The Cowboys have long been known for their ability to generate pressure on the quarterback, and this season’s defensive surge, led by defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, has added fuel to the speculation that the Cowboys could be looking for new leadership.

If he joins Dallas, the Dolphins’ coach would need to step into a high-pressure environment with expectations to enhance an already formidable defensive unit.

The timing of these interviews indicates that the Dolphins’ assistant coach is highly regarded around the NFL and could potentially be on the verge of a career-defining move.

Whether or not he decides to leave Miami will have a significant impact on the Dolphins’ defense moving forward. The team will need to quickly decide how to fill the void, with an eye on maintaining their competitive edge.

For now, all eyes will be on the coach’s next steps and which team he ultimately decides to join.