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The Dolphins have thrown a wrench in the coaching carousel.Â
After suddenly firing Mike McDaniel on Thursday, Miami is now the favorite to land one of the most coveted names on the market.Â
Let’s take a look at who is most likely to be on the Dolphins’ sidelines in the 2026 NFL season.
Next Dolphins head coach odds
CoachPercent chanceJohn Harbaugh 51 percentVance Joseph15 percentRobert Saleh10 percentMike McCarthy5 percentKevin Stefanski4 percentJesse Minter4 percentKlint Kubiak4 percentOdds via Kalshi
John Harbaugh looks on before the Ravens’ loss to the Steelers in Baltimore on Dec. 7, 2025. AP
Harbaugh, who is receiving interest from at least a half-dozen other teams after being fired by the Ravens, is a heavy favorite for the job in South Florida.
The Dolphins are said to have an advantage in the Harbaugh sweepstakes, having a vacancy at general manager, which allows the coach to choose who will be in his front office.
The Giants are also a top candidate for Harbaugh’s services.
Broncos head coach Vance Joseph Getty Images
Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph has the second-best odds at being the next head coach in Miami, according to Kalshi.
Joseph previously served as the Dolphins’ defensive coordinator in 2016.
Ex-Jets head coach Robert Saleh is the only other candidate with a solid chance, per Kalshi, at getting the job.
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Saleh, who landed on his feet in San Francisco, navigating an injury-depleted 49ers defense, has received interest from across the league during this coaching cycle.
Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, ex-Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, and ex-Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski are being given an outside shot by Kalshi.