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Cowboys Hire Christian Parker as New Defensive Coordinator

1/23/2026

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The Dallas Cowboys hired Christian Parker (the Philadelphia Eagles' passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach) as defensive coordinator, finalizing the deal on Friday.
He inherits a defense that ranked last in points allowed and 30th in yards per game last season.
Jerry Jones said prior head coaching experience is not required for the role.
The Cowboys hold two first-round picks in the upcoming draft to strengthen the roster.

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The Dallas Cowboys hired Christian Parker (the Philadelphia Eagles' passing game coordinator and defensive backs coach) as defensive coordinator, finalizing the deal on Friday.
He inherits a defense that ranked last in points allowed and 30th in yards per game last season.
Jerry Jones said prior head coaching experience is not required for the role.
The Cowboys hold two first-round picks in the upcoming draft to strengthen the roster.