It's been less than 24 hours since Brian Flores helped the New England Patriots shut down the Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl 53. But rather than celebrating a third championship in five seasons, the Patriots' defensive play-caller has already shifted his attention to a division rival. Unlike in years past, though, Flores is looking for ways to improve the Miami Dolphins rather than beat them.
The 37-year-old Flores was introduced as the Dolphins' new head coach on Monday and seems ready to restore the long-suffering organization to its former glory of the 1970s and 1980s.
“To be a head coach in this league is a dream come true, to be head coach of the Miami Dolphins is a dream come true,” Flores said. “This is a great organization with a great history, with a great fan base and I’m excited to be here.”
Flores began his coaching career in 2004, catching on as a scouting assistant with the Patriots after his playing career was cut short by an injury suffered in his final season at Boston College. He quickly rose through the ranks from there, assisting with special teams and the offense before shifting his focus to defense full time beginning in 2011. Following last season's departure of defensive coordinator Matt Patricia, Belichick expanded Flores' responsibilities to include calling the defensive plays on game day, in addition to coaching New England's linebackers.
Miami fired Adam Gase on December 31st after going 7-9 in 2018. The team's first interview was with Flores, who agreed in principle to become the Dolphins' next head coach during the Patriots' Super Bowl run.
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