Dolphins Rumors: The Top 5 Candidates To Replace Joe Philbin If He Gets Fired

At this point, Joe Philbin coming back in 2015 is about as likely as Tim Tebow getting inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. The Dolphins HC has been unable to help his team turn the corner, and all signs point to Miami looking elsewhere for next season's head coach. As things stand, here are the most likely candidates:

5. Darrell Bevell, Seattle Seahawks Offensive Coordinator

There are quite a few coordinators out there due for a promotion, and Bevell is near the top of most of those lists. He's interviewed for several jobs already, and it's a virtual lock that the Dolphins will take a long look at him this offseason.

4. Hue Jackson, Cincinnati Bengals Offensive Coordinator

Jackson guided the Oakland Raiders to a .500 record in 2011 (no small feat, considering how little he had to work with and how bad they've looked since), and it's only a matter of time before he gets another shot at a full head coaching role. Cincinnati's offense has been consistently productive despite a number of injuries and Andy Dalton's struggles, and the Dolphins will likely be one of several teams to interview Jackson this Spring.

3. Dan Quinn, Seattle Seahawks Defensive Coordinator

Quinn is no stranger to Florida - he was defensive coordinator for the Gators from 2010-2011 - and he spent two seasons as a defensive line coach for the Dolphins in 2005 and 2006. Quinn is even more likely to

2. Gus Malzahn, Auburn Tigers Head Coach

1. Todd Bowles, Arizona Cardinals Defensive Coordinator

Wild Cards:

 

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