The Miami Dolphins officially were eliminated from playoff contention Sunday evening. It was a mercy killing. Dolphins fans have waited a half century to feel like they once did. The wait goes on.

The Miami Dolphins are running it back next season with Mike McDaniel as coach and Chris Grier as general manager.

DeBoer succeeded the legendary coach Nick Saban, who retired after the previous season. Throughout most of the year, the team was in a strong position for the playoff. However, their hopes were dashed ...