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Cowboys Target Brian Schottenheimer as Head Coach Frontrunner

1/22/2025

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Summary

Cowboys Pursue Schottenheimer

The Dallas Cowboys are eyeing offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as their next head coach following the departure of Mike McCarthy. At 51, Schottenheimer brings a wealth of experience and a strong connection to the team, which could provide stability for quarterback Dak Prescott. While Robert Saleh and Kellen Moore are also in the mix, Schottenheimer is emerging as the frontrunner.

Summary

Saints Seek Coach

The New Orleans Saints are honing in on their head coaching search, eyeing candidates such as Mike Kafka and Anthony Weaver. Former Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy is also in the mix, interviewing with the Saints following the Bears' hiring of Ben Johnson. A winter storm has complicated matters, delaying in-person interviews for teams like the Jets and Raiders.

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Historical Context

The Dallas Cowboys' coaching changes echo a long history of strategic shifts in the NFL. In 1993, the Cowboys hired Barry Switzer, leading them to a Super Bowl victory. Schottenheimer's familiarity with the team could stabilize a franchise that has seen coaching turmoil since McCarthy's tenure began in 2020.

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Cowboys Pursue Schottenheimer

The Dallas Cowboys are eyeing offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as their next head coach following the departure of Mike McCarthy. At 51, Schottenheimer brings a wealth of experience and a strong connection to the team, which could provide stability for quarterback Dak Prescott. While Robert Saleh and Kellen Moore are also in the mix, Schottenheimer is emerging as the frontrunner.

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