Dolphins request interview with Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard

Dolphins request interview with Lions DC Kelvin Sheppard

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The Miami Dolphins have requested an interview with Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard for their vacant head coaching position. This marks Sheppard's first interview for a head coaching role. Sheppard became the Lions' defensive coordinator last year after serving as the team's outside linebackers coach in 2021 and linebackers coach from 2022 to 2024. The Dolphins are in the process of replacing Mike McDaniel and have already completed an interview with Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Additionally, they have requested interviews with Packers defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, and Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula.

Originally by https://www.nbcsports.com/author/charean-williamson January 12, 2026
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