Dolphins next coach odds: Where Miami stands in John Harbaugh sweepstakes
The Dolphins have thrown a wrench in the coaching carousel.
After suddenly firing Mike McDaniel on Thursday, Miami is now the favorite to land one of the most coveted names on the market.
Let’s take a look at who is most likely to be on the Dolphins’ sidelines in the 2026 NFL season.
Next Dolphins head coach odds
| Coach | Percent chance |
|---|---|
| John Harbaugh | 51 percent |
| Vance Joseph | 15 percent |
| Robert Saleh | 10 percent |
| Mike McCarthy | 5 percent |
| Kevin Stefanski | 4 percent |
| Jesse Minter | 4 percent |
| Klint Kubiak | 4 percent |
Harbaugh, who is receiving interest from at least a half-dozen other teams after being fired by the Ravens, is a heavy favorite for the job in South Florida.
The Dolphins are said to have an advantage in the Harbaugh sweepstakes, having a vacancy at general manager, which allows the coach to choose who will be in his front office.
The Giants are also a top candidate for Harbaugh’s services.
Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph has the second-best odds at being the next head coach in Miami, according to Kalshi.
Joseph previously served as the Dolphins’ defensive coordinator in 2016.
Ex-Jets head coach Robert Saleh is the only other candidate with a solid chance, per Kalshi, at getting the job.
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Saleh, who landed on his feet in San Francisco, navigating an injury-depleted 49ers defense, has received interest from across the league during this coaching cycle.
Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter, Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, ex-Cowboys and Packers head coach Mike McCarthy, and ex-Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski are being given an outside shot by Kalshi.
