The Miami Dolphins fired Coach Joe Philbin on Monday after the team’s 1-3 start in a season that was billed as a turnaround year for the franchise.
The Dolphins spent heavily in the off-season after two 8-8 seasons in which the team faded from playoff contention later in the year. The Dolphins signed defensive lineman Ndamukong Suh, who was considered the most talented free agent available; gave quarterback Ryan Tannehill a long-term contract; and resigned center Mike Pouncey.
The team owner Steve Ross also brought in Mike Tannenbaum as general manager and spent more than $400 million to upgrade the team’s stadium.