Coach Mike McDaniel Faces Criticism After Bengals Loss

Coach Mike McDaniel is facing intense scrutiny following the Miami Dolphins' disappointing 45-21 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. According to Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald, McDaniel's decision-making has been criticized, particularly after benching Tua Tagovailoa in favor of rookie Quinn Ewers, who ultimately struggled in the second half of the game.

Kelly highlights that McDaniel's record of 4-23 when trailing at halftime raises doubts about his ability to lead the team effectively. Meanwhile, Greg Cote also of the Miami Herald suggests that the Dolphins prematurely gave up on Tagovailoa, leading to confusion about the team's direction and quarterback situation.

Cote recounts that Ewers started strong but faltered, resulting in three turnovers that contributed to a dismal second half for the Dolphins. As the team now faces the prospect of finishing the season with a losing record, the implications of this game extend beyond just a single loss, putting McDaniel's future with the Dolphins into question.

Both writers express frustration with the team's ongoing struggles and the need for a thorough reevaluation of the coaching staff and quarterback situation moving forward.