Key Highlights
- The Miami Dolphins are on a quest for their next general manager, having completed the initial round of interviews.
- Chad Alexander from the Los Angeles Chargers and Josh Williams from the San Francisco 49ers are among eight candidates vying for the position.
- Interim General Manager Champ Kelly will also be interviewed as part of the search process.
- The team has added Tariq Ahmad, RJ Gillen, Alec Halaby, and John McKay to their list of potential new general managers.
Miami Dolphins’ Search for Their Next General Manager
The Miami Dolphins are currently in the process of identifying a new general manager. This comprehensive tracker will provide all the latest updates throughout the search, including information on candidates and interview details. As of January 7, 2026, the initial round of interviews has been concluded, with eight candidates set to undergo further scrutiny.
Initial Round of Interviews
The Dolphins have completed their first round of virtual interviews for the general manager position. The following candidates will proceed to in-person interviews this week:
- Chad Alexander, Assistant General Manager at the Los Angeles Chargers
- RJ Gillen, Assistant General Manager at the San Francisco 49ers
- Alec Halaby, Assistant General Manager at the Philadelphia Eagles
- John McKay, Assistant General Manager at the Los Angeles Rams
New Candidate Added to the List
In a recent development, the Dolphins have added Chad Alexander from the Los Angeles Chargers as an eighth candidate. This decision came after the team requested permission to interview him.
Interim General Manager’s Role
Champ Kelly, currently serving as the interim general manager for the Dolphins, will also be interviewed in this round. Kelly was hired as a Senior Personnel Executive and named interim GM in October 2025.
Candidates’ Backgrounds
To provide more insight into each candidate’s background, their details are outlined below:
- Tariq Ahmad: Vice President, Player Personnel at the San Francisco 49ers. He has been with the organization since 2014 and played a significant role in drafting Brock Purdy as quarterback.
- RJ Gillen: Assistant General Manager with the San Francisco 49ers for 11 seasons, including roles in player personnel and pro scouting. The team’s recent successes under his tenure include two Super Bowls and four NFC Championship appearances.
- Alec Halaby: In his 16th season with the Philadelphia Eagles, serving as assistant general manager since 2022.
He has been integral in acquiring multiple All-Pro players through draft picks, free agency, and trades.
- John McKay: Assistant General Manager at the Los Angeles Rams for 10 seasons, where he contributed to four NFC West titles and eight playoff appearances. His role included evaluating rosters and writing advance scouting reports on upcoming opponents.
The Dolphins’ search continues as they narrow down their options in the quest for a new general manager who will help steer the team towards future success. Stay tuned for more updates as the process unfolds.
