The Miami Dolphins initially saw five names reported on Monday for their interview requests for a vacant general manager post. Then, shortly thereafter, a sixth name was reported — San Francisco 49ers Vice President of Player Personnel Tariq Ahmad.

Except for interim general manager Champ Kelly, all the candidates work for teams that are in the playoffs and their interviews this week will be conducted virtually. If Miami wants to hire someone whose team is still alive in the postseason, that team must give written permission to the Dolphins, per NFL rules.

MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins have requested permission to interview Chad Alexander, an assistant general manager with the Los Angeles Chargers, for their general manager job, according to an ESPN report.

In October, the Dolphins fired Chris Grier as general manager after nine years at the helm. Now, the team is looking for a suitable replacement.

This page will serve as the home for all the latest updates throughout the search process, including information on the candidates and the latest news on each round of interviews.

The New York Jets have kicked their search for a general manager into high gear and a familiar name is involved. On Thursday ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported that the Jets interviewed his co-worker Louis Riddick for the opening. Riddick has been an ...