Week 18 will pass quickly, as will the infamous “Black Monday,” signaling inevitable changes in the NFL coaching landscape. But will such changes affect the Dallas Cowboys? Minute by minute, we will track developments from The Star in Frisco regarding team owner Jerry Jones’ next major move, particularly as it concerns current head coach Mike McCarthy. We’ll keep you updated on the situation and provide ongoing reports about the Cowboys Coaching Carousel.
JAN 25 – A SHIFT IN COACHING STAFF?
The Cowboys are reportedly bringing in Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach, likely overseeing the offense. They’re close to hiring Matt Eberflus to coordinate the defense. With “Bones” Fassel departing to join the Titans, there’s now a vacancy for a special-teams coordinator. The leading candidate is Chris Banjo, assistant special-teams coach with the Broncos. A former player with a decade of experience, Banjo is a 34-year-old Texas native and SMU alumnus, who is scheduled for an interview with the Cowboys this Saturday.
JAN 23 – RICH BISACCIA COMING INTO THE PICTURE?
The Cowboys’ search for a head coach has taken an interesting turn with rumors linking former Packers special-teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia to the role. At 64, Bisaccia previously worked as the Cowboys’ special-teams coach from 2013 to 2017 and served as interim head coach for the Raiders. His leadership and relationship with players have earned him strong support. We’ll keep monitoring this.
JAN 20 – BONES IS OUT
The Titans have officially hired John “Bones” Fassel as their special-teams coordinator, ending his tenure with the Cowboys, where he was out of contract alongside McCarthy. Meanwhile, Ben Johnson will take over as head coach for the Bears.
JAN 19 – SURPRISING COACHING CHANGES
Reports suggest that McCarthy’s assistant coaches, Al Harris and Brian Schottenheimer, may have differing futures. Harris, who focused on the secondary as assistant head coach, is expected to depart, while Schottenheimer, the offensive coordinator, could remain with the team in a significant role. Both are closely tied to McCarthy, so their futures may depend on his.
JAN 17 – HOW LONG WILL THE WAIT BE?
The Cowboys may not make their decision quickly, with reports suggesting they could take until mid-February to finalize things. While this may feel like a delay, it could also mean they’re waiting for coaches involved in the Super Bowl, such as Lions assistants Ben Johnson and Aaron Glenn.
JAN 15 – INTERVIEWS COMING UP
The Cowboys have set up interviews with former Jets coach Robert Saleh and Seattle assistant head coach Leslie Frazier for their head coach position. These interviews will satisfy the Rooney Rule, which mandates diversity candidates for such openings.
JAN 15 – LINCOLN RILEY RUMORS
The connection between the Jones family and Lincoln Riley remains strong, despite the USC Trojans’ 7-6 record in 2024. There’s talk that Riley might be lured away from USC, though a hefty buyout clause exists. Urban Meyer has even suggested that Riley would be crazy not to accept the Cowboys job if offered.
JAN 14 – JOE WHITT JR. INTERVIEW
The Jets are interviewing Joe Whitt Jr., Washington’s defensive coordinator, for their head coaching job, marking his first such opportunity.
JAN 13 – DAK PRESCOTT’S REACTION
Dak Prescott expressed disappointment over the potential departure of Mike McCarthy, referring to him as a “great coach and a hell of a man.” Prescott seemed bummed that the team couldn’t reach an agreement with McCarthy, noting the progress they had made together.
JAN 12 – MIKE VRABEL’S MOVE
Mike Vrabel, a popular coaching candidate, is finalizing terms to become the new head coach of the New England Patriots. Vrabel, who led the Titans to multiple playoff appearances, was a top contender for the Cowboys job, but it appears he’s headed to New England instead.
JAN 7 – VRABEL IN DEMAND
Mike Vrabel continues to be in demand for head coaching positions, with the Cowboys, Jets, and Patriots all reportedly interested. McCarthy, meanwhile, remains a potential candidate for the Bears.
JAN 6 – MIKE VS. KELLEN
Two years ago, McCarthy pushed Kellen Moore out of the offensive coordinator position in Dallas, and now Moore is thriving with the Eagles. McCarthy, however, finds himself in limbo as the Cowboys weigh their options. The Saints have requested an interview with Moore for their head coach job, while the Bears are eyeing McCarthy.
This ongoing coaching drama in Dallas is certainly keeping things interesting.
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