Mike McDaniel Hired For New Coaching Job In Shocking Move That No One Saw Coming
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
There was never a doubt that Mike McDaniel would find a job after his ousting from Miami.
The NFL just never seems to slow down. After being fired from the Miami Dolphins following another bad year, McDaniel jumped on a horse carousel at Magic Kingdom. He had no problems as far as he was concerned.
A little over a week after he lost his job, McDaniel has found a new gig in the most unlikely place. The Los Angeles Chargers are hiring former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel as their new offensive coordinator.
NEWS: The Chargers are expected to hire former Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel as their next OC, sources tell me and @danielrpopper.
McDaniel has been a hot commodity this cycle, interviewing for both head coach and offensive coordinator roles. In the end, he opts for L.A. pic.twitter.com/NYnfRcn1DI
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) January 21, 2026
According to Adam Schefter, Los Angeles will hire McDaniel, barring a “change of heart” by the former Miami head coach. Tom Pelissero adds that no deal has been signed, and a head coaching spot could still materialize.
During his four years in Miami, McDaniel led the team to a 35-33 record, including two playoff appearances.
What Mike McDaniel Can Bring To The Chargers
Less than two weeks after being fired as the head coach of the Miami Dolphins, McDaniel has found a job. He is expected to be hired as the Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive coordinator.
ESPN added that the Chargers want to hire McDaniel, and team management is scheduled to have dinner with him. McDaniel has reportedly informed other teams, including the Cleveland Browns, that he’s not interested in their vacancies.
If hired, McDaniel will be tasked with improving an offense that struggled in the last two postseasons. The regular season seems fine, but when the calendar changes, the offense changes as well.
Los Angeles could only manage three points against the Patriots in the Wild Card round. Justin Herbert has a career playoff record of 0 wins and 3 losses.
Mike McDaniel might be the offensive coordinator who can change everything for him.
