The AFC East is already buzzing-and the Super Bowl hasn’t even kicked off yet. While the New England Patriots prepare for the big game, their division rivals are wasting no time reshaping their rosters. Down in Miami, the Dolphins are already making headlines with a major coaching shake-up and some intriguing offseason speculation.
The Dolphins made a bold move by parting ways with head coach Mike McDaniel after the season. In his place, they’ve tapped Jeff Hafley, the former Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator, to take the reins. It’s a significant pivot-moving from an offensive-minded leader like McDaniel to a coach with a defensive pedigree suggests the Dolphins could be recalibrating their identity on both sides of the ball.
That shift might also signal changes on the offensive roster, particularly at tight end-a position that’s been a revolving door for Miami over the past year. After dealing Jonnu Smith before the 2025 season, the Dolphins tried to fill the void with Greg Dulcich and Darren Waller. But neither emerged as a consistent threat in the passing game, and the lack of production from that spot was a noticeable hole in an otherwise talented offense.
Enter Kyle Pitts.
According to offseason projections, the Dolphins are a potential landing spot for the Atlanta Falcons tight end. And if that move materializes, it could be a game-changer.
Pitts just wrapped up his fifth season in Atlanta with a strong showing-88 catches, 928 yards, and five touchdowns. That’s the kind of production Miami’s been missing at the position, and it’s easy to see how his skill set would elevate the offense, no matter who’s under center in 2026.
Whether it’s Tua Tagovailoa, Quinn Ewers, or another quarterback leading the huddle, Pitts would offer a dynamic, mismatch-creating weapon. His ability to stretch the field, win contested catches, and draw attention from defenses would open things up for the rest of Miami’s playmakers. And for a team looking to reestablish its offensive identity under a new regime, that kind of versatility is invaluable.
There are still plenty of question marks in South Florida-Hafley will have his hands full reshaping the roster and implementing his vision-but if Miami can land a player like Pitts, it would be a significant step in the right direction. The Dolphins are clearly not content to sit back and watch the Patriots dominate the spotlight. They’re making moves, and if this one comes through, it could make waves across the AFC.