Dolphins Refocus, Fire A Loser

Cam Cameron is a loser. The aforesaid is not harsh. The aforesaid is true. During his collegiate tenure, Cameron did not win. During his professional occupancy, Cameron did not win. Cameron’s lone success? He was San Diego Chargers Offensive Coordinator. His weapons included Drew Brees, Antonio Gates, and LaDainian Tomlinson.

On Thursday, the Miami Dolphins fired Cameron. According to General Manager Jeff Ireland, Cameron’s ouster was essential. “We just felt in order to move forward and not look back, we needed someone in place who shared the same philosophical compatibilities we shared,” Ireland said. “We didn't really know the guy that well. We were going to try to get someone that does share those things, and we weren't completely sold that he did.”

Overall, Cameron’s record is 19-52. In Indiana (5 seasons), Cameron logged an 18-37 ledger. In Miami, Cameron endured a 1-15 campaign. “We've had a difficult year, and it's one of those times when it's a little unsettling,” said Jason Taylor. “As a player on the team, you can only control what you can, and for other things, you have to let others do it.”

Potential successors include Arizona Cardinals Running Backs Coach Maurice Carthon, Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator Leslie Frazier, Cardinals Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley, Baltimore Ravens Defensive Coordinator Rex Ryan, Dallas Cowboys Assistant Head Coach Tony Sparano, and Jacksonville Jaguars Assistant Head Coach Mike Tice. According to Ireland, integrity is critical. “We want strong character around here,” said Ireland. “The vision of the team will be discipline, passionate players, highly competitive. And we'll be a big team.”

Since 2004, the Dolphins are 20-44. Four coaches have been employed. Three coaches have exited. Miami’s next coach may succeed. He may fail. However, he will not be Cameron. A leper, whose hiring was a catastrophe.