Mike McDaniel spent five years with the 49ers on Kyle Shanahan's coaching staff. While he made an impact big enough to warrant a promotion to offensive coordinator last season and, eventually, the new head coach of the Miami Dolphins, he apparently made a few questionable hygiene decisions in the Bay.
On Wednesday, McDaniel disclosed his odd habits to Dolphins reporters.
"I actually get more sleep now than I did in my past endeavors," McDaniel said. "That’s partially because it didn’t matter. I used to be able to really push it from game day to almost Wednesday without showering.
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"Now, that would be obvious. I can’t hide."
NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco confirmed another out-of-the-box routine for McDaniel during the NFL season.
McDaniel's tenure in Miami got off to a fantastic start Sunday, as the Dolphins defeated Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots, 20-7, at Hard Rock Stadium.
The game temperature at kickoff in Miami was 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and the real feel was measured at 102 degrees.
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It's probably wise that McDaniel has altered his showering habits in his new role and new humid city.