Mike Tannenbaum to join Dolphins
— -- Former New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum is likely to join the Miami Dolphins in a significant role within the organization, according to league sources.
Although a deal is not yet complete, sources say one is considered likely to be done soon.
Fox Sports earlier reported news of the Dolphins' interest in hiring Tannenbaum.
The 45-year-old has worked with the Dolphins as a consultant since August following 16 years with the Jets, the final seven of which were in a general manager capacity. Tannenbaum has a track record of being well-versed in salary-cap and contract-negotiation matters.
The Dolphins hired Dennis Hickey to be their general manager last offseason. His notable moves included drafting offensive tackle Ja'Wuan James in the first round out of Tennessee and signing offensive tackle Branden Albert in free agency.
The Dolphins finished 8-8 this past season, third in the AFC East.
Tannenbaum is currently serving as an agent and, among other clients, represents Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, who has had several interviews for teams regarding their head-coaching vacancies. Tannenbaum is expected to continue to represent Quinn through a potential contract negotiation if he is offered a head-coaching job.
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