McDaniel, 41, was hired by the Dolphins in 2022 and led the team to the postseason in his first two seasons with the team. However, Miami lost both of its playoff games under McDaniel and has earned a reputation for losing its matchups against contenders. The team’s 20-12 loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday was the latest example.

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel answered a question from a reporter about his job security on December 18.

Mike McDaniel isn’t fazed by talk about his job security. During a Wednesday press conference, the Dolphins head coach brushed off a question about his future in Miami with his team floundering in the standings.

On Wednesday, head coach Mike McDaniel was asked if he’s worried about his job security. McDaniel said, “I think I’m very comfortable with the realities within the profession that I’ve chosen. I think the alternative would be to feel entitled... I don’t take for granted getting a team for prepared for an opponent and this day.”

ESPN's Dan Graziano suggested Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel might not have much job security "if things end badly this season."

That last nugget about McDaniel signing a three-year extension in August could prevent Miami from taking any action, but that some are wondering about McDaniel’s future seemingl