The Miami Dolphins have recently undergone significant changes to their coaching staff, particularly within the special teams unit. In January 2025, the team parted ways with special teams coordinator Danny Crossman, ending his six-year tenure that began under head coach Brian Flores. This decision followed a challenging evaluation period, as Pro Football Focus ranked the Dolphins’ special teams unit 31st in 2024, a decline from their 29th place finish in 2023. ([fanrecap.com](https://fanrecap.com/dolphins-special-teams-coordinator-search-a-shocking-favorite-emerges/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
In the wake of Crossman’s departure, the Dolphins have been actively seeking a new special teams coordinator. While no official announcement has been made regarding a replacement, the team has expressed a commitment to enhancing the performance of their special teams unit. The search for a new coordinator is ongoing, with the organization evaluating candidates who can bring a fresh perspective and improve the unit’s efficiency.
In the interim, the Dolphins have made adjustments to their coaching staff. Notably, they have brought back former draft pick Ronnie Bradford as a senior special teams assistant. Bradford, who played for the Dolphins in 1993, has a diverse coaching background, including roles as a defensive backs coach and special teams coordinator at various institutions. His return to the Dolphins’ coaching staff is seen as a positive development, bringing valuable experience and a connection to the team’s history. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronnie_Bradford?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
The Dolphins’ decision to part ways with Crossman and the subsequent coaching changes reflect the organization’s dedication to improving all facets of the team. The special teams unit, often a critical yet sometimes overlooked aspect of the game, will be a focal point in the upcoming season. The team is poised to make strategic hires and adjustments aimed at enhancing performance and achieving greater success on the field.
– [thephinsider.com](https://www.thephinsider.com/the-splash-zone-miami-dolphins-news/2024/10/8/24262713/pressure-is-on-danny-crossman-the-splash-zone-10-8-24-miami-dolphins-devon-achane-tyreek-hill?utm_source=chatgpt.com)