Friday, November 13, 2026

Stephen Ross Reportedly Has a New Dolphins Succession Plan

  • Ross will give control of the team to his daughter, rather than Bruce Beal.
  • The decision is reportedly not related to the recent NFL investigation.
JIM RASSOL / USA TODAY NETWORK

Want more from Front Office Sports
in your search results?

Add Front Office Sports on Google

The Dolphins are now facing even more turmoil at the ownership level.

Embattled owner Stephen Ross has reportedly had a change of heart from his long-term plan to hand over the reins to the team’s current vice chairman, Bruce Beal.

He will now pass along ownership to his daughter, Jennifer Ross, according to Sports Business Journal.

The two reportedly have severed their relationship. The news, however, is not directly related to a recent investigation that found the Dolphins committed tampering violations “of unprecedented scope and severity” against three teams.

The investigation did not find that Ross had encouraged tanking — an allegation made in a racial discrimination lawsuit by former coach Brian Flores.

But Ross was fined $1.5 million and suspended until the middle of October. Beal was fined $500,000 and prohibited from attending league meetings. The team also lost two draft picks.

Download the FOS App

The business of sports, in your pocket.

QR code to download the app

Scan the QR code to get the app now.

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

College Football Teams Caught Up in Nationwide Flight Stoppage

Three Big Ten teams are still trying to travel to game sites.

Sports World Swoops In on Sam Hartman’s ‘Bachelor’ Season

The Commanders’ practice squad quarterback will star in the show’s 30th season.
Exclusive

Dianna Russini Will Seek Credential for Super Bowl Radio Row

Some NFL teams cite her association with BetUS as an issue.
Purdue University Northwest women's flag football

How Much Women’s College Flag Football Coaches Make

Flag coaching pay varies by more than $100,000 across NCAA divisions.
podcast thumbnail mobile
Front Office Sports Today

11/13/26 – NFL Ratings Records, Softball Players Unionize, Skubal Deal Looms

0:00

Featured Today

Soccer Football - Premier League - Aston Villa v Brentford - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - October 10, 2026 Aston Villa's Boubacar Kamara applauds fans after the match

English Soccer Still Inundated by Gambling Ads Despite Jersey Ban

The ban on front-of-shirt gambling ads looks strict, but it’s largely cosmetic.
West Wind Mahjong
November 11, 2026

Mahjong Mania Has Come for College Sports

Bespoke retailers are cashing in with officially licensed mahjong sets.
November 6, 2026

Can MLS Capitalize on Son-Mania?

Korea and Tottenham fans alike have flocked to LAFC’s away matches.
Pickering High School North
November 4, 2026

High School Athletic Directors Say They’re Running ‘Mini Colleges’

ADs are managing a growing list of demands from athletes and parents.
October 30, 2026

How Injuries Hit Pro Marathoners in the Wallet

Staying healthy can get expensive—quickly.

A’s Owner John Fisher Exits MLS With $625M Earthquakes Deal

The A’s owner put the Earthquakes up for sale in June 2025.
November 13, 2026

Man United Poaches Pochettino From U.S. Soccer for $10M

Pochettino will try to save Man United from relegation.
November 13, 2026

Blue Jays Face Backlash Over Santander’s Anti-Muslim Posts

The MLB club apologized for the hateful rhetoric.
Sponsored

How Jeremy Bloom Is Reinventing the X Games

Jeremy Bloom discusses transforming the X Games into a global brand.
Oct 20, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) brings the ball up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Madison Square Garden.
November 13, 2026

Josh Hart Buys Stake in Napoli Basketball

It’s Hart’s first investment in sports ownership, Napoli’s owner told FOS.
November 10, 2026

Vikings Reunite With Cousins As Raiders Begin Mendoza Era

Minnesota sent Las Vegas a third-round pick for Cousins.
November 10, 2026

Hellebuyck Saga Deepens With Death Threats, Jets Rip Devils

The former NHL MVP said he received death threats.
November 10, 2026

Aiyuk Will Try to Settle $13 Million Dispute With 49ers, Agent Says

His playing status remains a separate issue.