Dallas Cowboys Hire Brian Schottenheimer as Head Coach

The Dallas Cowboys have officially hired Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach, replacing Mike McCarthy, who was let go after failing to lead the team to the playoffs. Schottenheimer, who previously served as the Cowboys' offensive coordinator, brings over 25 years of NFL coaching experience, though he has never held the head coach position prior to this. The decision was confirmed by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, who emphasized Schottenheimer's connections within the organization, particularly with quarterback Dak Prescott. As part of building his coaching staff, Schottenheimer is reportedly considering Matt Eberflus, a former head coach of the Chicago Bears, for the defensive coordinator role. Despite the Cowboys' offensive struggles in 2024, Schottenheimer's previous success in 2023 as the highest-scoring team in the league contributed to his appointment. This marks a critical moment for the franchise as they aim to improve after a disappointing recent season.