Marco Rubio jokingly shuts down 'rumors' he is looking to become Dolphins' next head coach

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The Miami Dolphins fired head coach Mike McDaniel on Thursday morning, but at least one person is off their list to fill the vacancy.

Shortly after the Dolphins' announcement, Sen. Marco Rubio joked that there were "online rumors" that he was a candidate for the team.

However, he shut those rumors down.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio boards a plane en route to El Salvador at Panama Pacifico International Airport in Panama City on Feb. 3, 2025. Rubio is in Panama on a two-day official visit. (Mark Schiefelbein/Pool/AFP via Getty Images)

"I do not normally respond to online rumors but feel the need to do so at this moment. I will not be a candidate for the currently vacant HC and GM positions with the Miami Dolphins," Rubio posted on X. "While you never know what the future may bring right now my focus must remain on global events and also the precious archives of the United States of America. Thank you."

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross announced the news, citing a need for "comprehensive change" after the team missed the playoffs for a second straight year with a 7-10 finish this season. They also fired general manager Chris Grier in October.

"After careful evaluation and extensive discussions since the season ended, I have made the decision that our organization is in need of comprehensive change," the statement read. 

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel prepares to call for a time out during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024 in Indianapolis.  (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

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