Mike McDaniel on booing fans: We have to give them something to cheer

The Miami Dolphins suffered a disappointing 28-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night, despite a strong performance the previous week against the Atlanta Falcons. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson excelled, while the Dolphins struggled with errors, including a false start on a crucial fourth-and-1 in the first quarter. The subsequent missed 35-yard field goal by Riley Patterson allowed the Ravens to increase their lead.

Head coach Mike McDaniel addressed the team's inability to manage the game's "controllable" elements and expressed understanding of the fans' frustrations, as boos were heard from the stands. The loss dropped the Dolphins to a 2-7 record for the season, intensifying speculation about McDaniel's future with the team. Fans' discontent was visible, with some seen wearing popcorn buckets on their heads, reminiscent of the paper bags used by supporters of struggling teams.