The Dallas Cowboys have made a significant coaching change by hiring Brian Schottenheimer as their tenth head coach in team history. The decision was officially announced after extensive negotiations and two interviews earlier in the week. Schottenheimer, who has previously served as the team’s offensive coordinator, is the son of NFL coaching legend Marty Schottenheimer and brings a wealth of coaching experience to the role.
The 51-year-old Schottenheimer has never been a head coach before, but his tenure with the Cowboys as offensive coordinator has been notable. Under his leadership, the Cowboys’ offense performed well in his first year, ranking first in scoring. However, the team struggled in 2024 due to quarterback Dak Prescott’s injury, finishing the season 21st in scoring.
Schottenheimer’s coaching history includes stints with various NFL and college teams, such as the New York Jets, St. Louis Rams, and Seattle Seahawks. The Cowboys considered other candidates for the head coaching position, including Kellen Moore and Leslie Frazier, but ultimately chose Schottenheimer for his overall coaching experience.
The Cowboys will officially introduce Schottenheimer as head coach at a press conference next Monday at 11 a.m. With Schottenheimer at the helm, the Cowboys are hoping to build on their legacy of successful head coaches, which includes names like Tom Landry, Jimmy Johnson, and Bill Parcells. Schottenheimer’s appointment marks a new chapter for the storied franchise as they strive for future success under his leadership.
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