Miami and San Francisco are set to clash on Sunday in a matchup that was supposed to be a highlight of the NFL season, but instead, both teams are struggling to find their footing. The Dolphins, in particular, have been a major disappointment, and the offense has been a major letdown. Mike McDaniel, the team's head coach, is still using the system of his mentor, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, but it's just not working.
So, what's happened to the Dolphins' offense? The team was expected to be a high-powered unit, with a strong running game and a dynamic passing attack. But instead, they've been unable to move the ball consistently, and the scoring has been sparse. The offense has been plagued by turnovers, penalties, and a lack of execution, and it's hard to see a way out of this slump.
McDaniel is still using the Shanahan system, which is based on a strong running game and play-action passing. But the Dolphins just haven't been able to get the running game going, and the play-action passing has been ineffective. The team's quarterback has been struggling to read defenses and make accurate throws, and the receivers have been dropping passes. It's a mess, and it's hard to see how the Dolphins can turn it around.
The 49ers, on the other hand, have been struggling with injuries and inconsistency. They've had to deal with a rash of injuries to key players, and the offense has been unable to find a rhythm. But despite all the struggles, the 49ers still have a strong defense, and they've been able to stay in games. The Dolphins, on the other hand, have been getting blown out, and it's hard to see how they can compete with the 49ers on Sunday.
So, can Mike McDaniel survive this slump? It's hard to say, but it's clear that something needs to change. The Dolphins need to find a way to get the offense going, and they need to do it fast. If they can't, it's likely that McDaniel will be shown the door, and a new coach will be brought in to try and turn the team around. It's a tough spot for McDaniel, but he's a talented coach, and he's got a lot of experience. He just needs to find a way to get the Dolphins' offense going, and he needs to do it now.