The Miami Dolphins have announced significant coaching staff changes, firing wide receivers coach Wes Welker and special teams coordinator Danny Crossman. These decisions come in the wake of a challenging 2024 season that failed to meet the team’s high expectations. Head Coach Mike McDaniel cited a need for rejuvenation within the coaching staff to better align with the team’s objectives going forward. Welker, a former star wide receiver for the Dolphins and a Hall of Famer, had been integral in developing the team’s receiving corps since joining in 2020. McDaniel stated, ‘Wes has been an exceptional asset to our team, and this decision was not made lightly. We appreciate everything he has done for the franchise.’ Meanwhile, Crossman’s special teams unit struggled throughout the season, leading to increased scrutiny. McDaniel remarked, ‘We need to re-evaluate our approach to special teams, and I believe this change is necessary for us to enhance our performance.’ The team will begin the search for their replacements immediately, with the hope of revitalizing the squad ahead of the upcoming season.
