Rule of thumb: if Tony Sparano hires someone, don't hire that someone.
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Daboll was one of five candidates head coach Tony Sparano interviewed and researched to fill the vacancy Dan Henning's departure created. The goal was to find someone to inject life into the Dolphins' stagnant offense.
Despite Daboll's limited success in his two seasons as offensive coordinator with the Cleveland Browns, Sparano said he hired the 35-year-old because of his "clear vision" for the offense, and the fact that their visions for the 2011 Dolphins meshed.
Sparano said he wanted someone with "an exciting demeanor that would bring energy to our players and our football team."
He described Daboll as detail-oriented, said he possesses great leadership skills and has a enthusiasm that's infectious.
Sparano admitted he was also impressed with the caliber of coaches Daboll has worked with during his 11 seasons in the NFL, where his career started under New England coach Bill Belichick.
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