Dolphins Coach Jeff Hafley Avoids 7-on-7 Drills to Emphasize Real Football

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — New Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley has decided against incorporating 7-on-7 drills in practice, emphasizing the importance of real football during joint sessions with the New York Giants.

Hafley expressed his desire to see players engage in full team dynamics, focusing on blocking, pressure pickups, and route running. This approach aims to enhance the team's performance on the line of scrimmage, a sentiment echoed by players like center Aaron Brewer and defensive tackle Zach Sieler, who believe that practicing in a game-like environment is essential.

Despite the Dolphins' challenging season last year, finishing with a 7-10 record, Hafley is steering the team through a rebuilding phase without relying on external expectations for motivation. He emphasizes intrinsic motivation among players and coaches to strive for greatness.