The St. Louis Rams say they are finalizing a deal to hire Jeff Fisher as their new coach.

The team confirmed reports Friday that Fisher will be joining the Rams after considering a job with the Miami Dolphins.

The 53-year-old Fisher interviewed twice with the Rams, once in Denver with owner Stan Kroenke and again in St. Louis when he toured facilities and met with quarterback Sam Bradford.

Fisher also was a strong candidate to fill the Dolphins' opening. At one point Wednesday night, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter it was "80-20" that Fisher would choose Miami over St. Louis as his next job. (MORE>>>)