Dolphins Q&A: Who are some potential coordinator candidates under new coach Jeff Hafley?

"I don't think new coach Jeff Hafley should be thinking about the long-term prospects of his offensive coordinator hire as a future head coach. Just make the right choice. It'll be vital to nail this hire, as Hafley has a defensive background and will need an offensive coordinator to have the keys to the offense and call plays on that side of the ball."

"If you look at the Green Bay Packers, there's the added bonus of new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan coming from that organization. Current Packers offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich doesn't call plays there under coach Matt LaFleur, so it could be a step up for him after holding the non-play-calling OC role in Green Bay for the past four seasons. Then, maybe quarterbacks coach Sean Mannion. He's a fast riser in two seasons in Green Bay, going from offensive assistant in 2024 to quarterbacks coach last season."

"If you look at Hafley's time as Boston College head coach, how about Steve Shimko? He had different roles as an assistant coach with BC before becoming offensive coordinator with those Eagles in 2023, Hafley's final season there. He has since risen to quarterbacks coach with the Cowboys in his second season in Dallas. Another name to watch with longstanding ties to Hafley is Minnesota Vikings passing game coordinator and tight ends coach Brian Angelichio."

A successful hire of an offensive coordinator will be critical for Jeff Hafley, who has a defensive background and needs a trusted play-caller to lead the offense. The hire should prioritize competence and fit rather than future head-coach potential. Potential candidates include coaches with prior ties to Hafley or connections through the Packers organization, given new GM Jon-Eric Sullivan's background. Adam Stenavich could step into a full play-calling OC role after serving as a non-play-calling coordinator. Sean Mannion has risen quickly in Green Bay. Steve Shimko and Brian Angelichio have longstanding ties to Hafley from college and NFL stops.

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