Schottenheimer's skill set, energy and understanding of the Cowboys' current situation helped Jerry Jones make his decision.
Dallas’ coaching search went the unexpected route Tuesday as Schottenheimer became the latest candidate to interview for the position.
After becoming the betting favorite to land the Cowboys’ head coach job, Brian Schottenheimer has all of the buzz in Frisco.
The Dallas Cowboys are hiring offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as their next head coach, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero and Jane Slater reported on Friday.
Owner Jerry Jones explains why Schottenheimer was the choice to replace Mike McCarthy after disappointing 7-10 season.
The Dallas Cowboys introduced the 10th head coach in franchise history on Monday when owner Jerry Jones promoted Brian Schottenheimer.
While it’s still unclear how Schottenheimer’s staff with the Cowboys will look, ESPN reported ex-Bears head coach Matt Eberflus is a “prime candidate” for the defensive coordinator job. Schottenheimer’s Dallas promotion leaves the Saints as the only team with a head coaching vacancy left to fill.
Schottenheimer has reportedly received the most facetime with Cowboys brass, getting two days' worth of interviews this week.
For Cowboys officials, Schottenheimer became the logical choice regardless of what others thought because of the continuity he brings to the position. Schottenheimer joined the organization as an offensive consultant in 2022 and served as the team’s offensive coordinator for the past two seasons.
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Schottenheimer replaced Mike McCarthy, who recently departed after five seasons. McCarthy (49-35) led the Cowboys to the postseason three times, getting just one victory. McCarthy also produced three consecutive 12-win seasons.