Flores is Miami's No. 1 choice, according to sources. The Dolphins are allowed to negotiate a deal with Flores' agent, and they are confident that the Patriots' linebackers coach will accept their offer.
"Assuming nothing crazy happens, they will get him," one source close to the process told ESPN.
Dolphins general manager Chris Grier, who used to work in New England, has been highly impressed with Flores and his knowledge of "The Patriot Way." Some sources believe that Dolphins owner Stephen Ross also was impressed with New Orleans Saints defensive coordinator Dennis Allen.
But Flores' leadership and character impressed Miami's brass more, according to sources, and now the Dolphins are just waiting to see when they can finalize a deal.