Miami Dolphins have sacked head coach Joe Philbin following three consecutive defeats in the NFL this season.

The 54-year-old joined the club in 2012 and ends his three-year spell having overseen 24 victories, 28 defeats and zero playoff appearances.

The news, which was announced via the Dolphins' official website, comes just one day after the team suffered a 27-14 defeat to the New York Jets at Wembley in London.

Owner Stephen Ross said in a statement: "This was a tough decision for me to make knowing how tirelessly Joe worked in his four years here to make this a winning team. He is a man of the highest character and integrity that I developed a close personal relationship with.

"I am extremely disappointed with how we have started the season, but I feel confident that we can improve quickly with the talent we have on our roster."

According to NFL Media, tight ends coach Dan Campbell is the favourite to become the team's interim head coach.