The Miami Dolphins announced on Friday that they are parting ways with General Manager Chris Grier, less than 24 hours after a 28‑6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens left the team with a 2‑7 record this season.
Grier, who had been with the organization since 2000 and served as GM since 2016, finishes his tenure with a 77‑80 record and three playoff appearances, each ending in a wildcard-round exit. In a statement, the team’s managing general partner emphasized that “change could not wait” and appointed Senior Personnel Executive Champ Kelly as interim GM while the search for a permanent replacement begins.
The decision reflects broader frustrations with the Dolphins’ trajectory. Despite last season’s 8‑9 finish and heightened expectations, injuries and inconsistent play have contributed to a campaign filled with blowouts and setbacks. The timing of Grier’s departure signals both a reset and the organization’s view that the current path was unsustainable.
For Miami, the move raises strategic questions about roster construction, balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term planning, and the potential impact on the coaching staff and front-office culture.
Grier’s exit may mark the end of an era but also the start of one defined by urgency: win now, but also build sustainably. The franchise faces the challenge of rebuilding both credibility and momentum in one of the NFL’s most scrutinized markets.
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