Dallas Cowboys Appoint Brian Schottenheimer Head Coach Amid Owner Jerry Jones Risk

The 2025 NFL season features a mix of veteran and new head coaches leading all 32 teams, with notable figures like Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers seeking to rebound after a tough 2024 season, and Ben Johnson taking his first head coaching role with the Chicago Bears. Brian Schottenheimer, newly appointed as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, brings extensive NFL assistant coaching experience and is supported by owner Jerry Jones despite the quiet nature of his hiring. Schottenheimer's personal life, including his marriage to Gemmi Schottenheimer, who he met through football family connections, remains private. The Cowboys' head coaching history under Jerry Jones highlights a tendency for loyalty and risk-taking, with previous coaches such as Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer leading the team to Super Bowl victories despite eventual departures. Meanwhile, in college football, Former NFL stars turned HBCU head coaches are influencing the 2025 season, inspired by Deion Sanders' revitalization of Jackson State, with coaches like Terance Mathis and Terrell Buckley bringing professional experience to their programs. Additionally, Arkansas State coach Butch Jones may be transitioning to a new role soon but expresses a desire to continue local rivalries if possible.