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In January 2025, the Dallas Cowboys parted ways with head coach Mike McCarthy after a disappointing 7-10 season. Owner Jerry Jones emphasized that the decision was mutual, as McCarthy’s contract had expiration

Following McCarthy’s departure, Jones embarked on a “solo mission” to find a new head coach, focusing on prominent figures and franchise legends such as Deion Sanders and Jason Witten. While Sanders expressed interest, concerns about staff autonomy and size raised doubts about his potential appointment.

Ultimately, Jones promoted Brian Schottenheimer from offensive coordinator to head coach, citing his extensive football lineage and experience. Schottenheimer, the son of the late NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer, was brought in as a consultant in 2022 and later became the offensive coordinator under McCarthy. Jones believes that Schottenheimer’s background and familiarity with the team make him the right choice to lead the Cowboys to a Super Bowl title.

In addition to the coaching change, the Cowboys signed quarterback Dak Prescott to a four-year, $240 million contract, underscoring their commitment to immediate success. Jones stated that these decisions reflect the organization’s focus on competing at the highest level right now, rather than rebuilding.

However, some former players, including Hall of Famer Michael Irvin, have criticized Jones’s decisions, arguing that the team has lost a generation of fans due to a lack of substantial success over the past 30 years. Irvin specifically questioned the hiring of Schottenheimer, suggesting it was a missed opportunity to rejuvenate the franchise.

As the Cowboys prepare for the upcoming season, the organization faces the challenge of meeting high expectations and ending their prolonged Super Bowl drought.