Brian Flores Tenure (2019–2021)
Head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2019 to 2021, leading the team to consecutive winning seasons for the first time since 2002-2003.
Brian Francisco Flores (born February 24, 1981) is an American professional football coach who is the defensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL). He served as the head coach of the Miami Dolphins from 2019 to 2021.
Quick Facts
- Regular season record
- 24-25
- Notable achievement
- First winning record for the Dolphins since 2016 (2020)
Lore & Background
Flores was hired as the 12th head coach of the Miami Dolphins on February 4, 2019, becoming the fourth Latino in NFL history to become a head coach. Although unable to reach the playoffs, Flores helped lead Miami to consecutive winning seasons between 2020 and 2021, the franchise's first since 2002-2003. Conflict with Dolphins management led to his firing after the 2021 season.
Reader's Guide
Flores' first season as head coach concluded with a 5–11 record. In his second season, the Dolphins ended the season 10–6.
Did You Know?
- Flores was born and raised in the Brownsville section of Brooklyn, New York City, to Honduran parents.
- He played football at Boston College as a cornerback from 1999 through 2003.
- Flores grew up a fan of the New York Giants and New York Mets.
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