“Year 3, I see a guy that understands a broader picture of not only how to be successful independently, but your independent success is helped by the collective success," McDaniel said of Achane on Wednesday. "Understanding the type of player he is and competitor, you hear his voice on the field.”

Is the Dolphins' defense good enough to make a playoff push? It better be if Mike McDaniel hopes to keep his job.

The path has finally been cleared for late college football coaching legend Mike Leach to enter the sport's Hall of Fame. The College Football Hall of Fame announced that beginning in 2027, the win percentage necessary for induction will be lowered from 60.0% to 59.5%. This change will allow Leach to posthumously enter the Hall.