Jeff Kolb and Mike Doocy discuss Brian Schottenheimer’s hire and Jerry Jones’s attempt to spin matters at Monday’s press conference.
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Brian Schottenheimer will be the next coach of the Dallas Cowboys, the team announced Friday night.
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Schottenheimer has been the team’s offensive coordinator for the last two seasons.
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Schottenheimer, 51, has never been a head coach.
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The Cowboys plan to officially introduce him at a press conference next Monday at 11 a.m.
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Brian Schottenheimer will be the next coach of the Dallas Cowboys, the team announced Friday night.
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Schottenheimer has been the team’s offensive coordinator for the last two seasons.
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Schottenheimer, 51, has never been a head coach.
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The Cowboys plan to officially introduce him at a press conference next Monday at 11 a.m.
FRISCO, Texas—Brian Schottenheimer has been appointed by the Dallas Cowboys as their eleventh head coach.
Just before 9 p.m. on Friday, the team made their official announcement regarding their choice for head coach.
Following two in-depth interviews earlier this week, Schottenheimer’s team and the Cowboys eventually reached a consensus on terms Friday night, according to the organization.
According to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, “Brian Schottenheimer is known as a career assistant,” CBS reported. “He is no longer Brian. He is now the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach.
For the past two seasons, Schottenheimer, the son of NFL coaching great Marty Schottenheimer, has been the offensive coordinator for the Cowboys.
Jeff Kolb of FOX 4 offers his thoughts on the Cowboys’ choice to choose Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach.
Schottenheimer, 51, has never had a head coaching position.
According to the Cowboys, Schottenheimer will be formally introduced at a press conference on Monday at 11 a.m.
Brian Schottenheimer’s Time in Dallas
Brian Schottenheimer has been formally appointed as the tenth head coach of the Dallas Cowboys.
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For the past three seasons, Schottenheimer has been employed by the Cowboys. In 2022, he joined Mike McCarthy as a consultant.
In 1993, McCarthy made his NFL debut as a coach under Marty Schottenheimer.
Following the 2023 season, Schottenheimer was elevated to the position of offensive coordinator after the Cowboys fired Kellen Moore.
McCarthy was the Cowboys’ offensive coordinator when Schottenheimer was in charge.
Dak Prescott had his best season as a professional in Schottenheimer’s first season as head coach. Throughout the season, the Cowboys offense led the league in scoring.
The offensive had trouble in 2024. Due to his injury, Prescott’s season ended in 21st place in terms of scoring.
Brian Schottenheimer Coaching History
Nov. 28, Arlington, Texas: On November 28, 2024, in Arlington, Texas, Brian Schottenheimer, the offensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, watches before the team plays the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium. (Image courtesy of Sam Hodde/Getty Images))
The backstory
In 1997, Schottenheimer joined the St. Louis Rams as an assistant coach, starting his coaching career.
Since then, he has played for a number of NFL and collegiate clubs.
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St. Louis Rams – Assistant (1997)
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Kansas City Chiefs – Assistant (1998)
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Syracuse – Wide receivers coach (1999)
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USC – Tight ends coach (2000)
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Washington Redskins – Quarterbacks coach (2001)
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San Diego Chargers – Quarterbacks coach (2002 2005)
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New York Jets – Offensive coordinator (2006 2011)
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St. Louis Rams – Offensive coordinator (2012 2014)
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Georgia – Offensive coordinator & quarterbacks coach (2015)
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Indianapolis Colts – Quarterbacks coach (2016 2017)
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Seattle Seahawks – Offensive coordinator (2018 2020)
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Jacksonville Jaguars – Passing game coordinator (2021)
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Dallas Cowboys – Coaching analyst (2022)
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Dallas Cowboys – Offensive coordinator (2023 2024)
Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Interviews
The Cowboys invited a number of applicants for interviews, including Schottenheimer.
Additionally interviewed for the position were former New York Jets head coach Robert Sale, Seattle Seahawks assistant head coach Leslie Frazier, and offensive coordinator Kelvin Moore of the Philadelphia Eagles.
Schottenheimer and Moore have both played for the Cowboys before. However, the squad claims “it was Schottenheimer who boasted the much lengthier resume of overall coaching experience between the two though, despite having not called plays in Dallas during the McCarthy era.”
Dallas Cowboys Head Coaches
Timetable:
In its 65-year history, the Dallas Cowboys have only had nine head coaches. The tenth will be Schottenheimer.
Tom Landry
Football: During the game against the Miami Dolphins in Super Bowl VI, quarterback Roger Staubach (12) and Dallas Cowboys coach Tom Landry are seen chatting on the sidelines.Louisiana’s New Orleans January 16, 1972 CREDIT: Jerry Cooke (Sports Illustrated via Getty Images; photo by Jerry Cooke)(Assign Numbe
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Years:
1960-1988
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Regular Season Record:
250-162-6
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Playoff Record:
20-16
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Super Bowl Wins:
2
Jimmy Johnson
On January 17, 1993, at 3Com Park Stadium in San Francisco, California, the Dallas Cowboys’ head coach Jimmy Johnson watches from the sidelines during the National Football Conference Championship game versus the San Francisco 49ers.
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Years:
1989-1993
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Regular Season Record:
44-36
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Playoff Record:
7-1
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Super Bowl Wins:
2
Barry Switzer
Football: After defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers at Sun Devil Stadium, Dallas Cowboys coach Barry Switzer holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy with NBC Sports commentator Greg Gumbel (C) and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.Tempe, Arizona 1/2
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Years:
1994-1997
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Regular Season Record:
40-24
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Playoff Record:
5-2
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Super Bowl Wins:
1
Chan Gailey
On May 7, 1998, in Valley Ranch, Texas, during Mini-Camp, Dallas Cowboys coach Chan Gailey speaks with running back Emmitt Smith. Required Credit: Allsport/Stephen Dunn
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Years:
1998-1999
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Regular Season Record:
18-14
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Playoff Record:
0-2
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Super Bowl Wins:
0
Dave Campo
DALLAS – SEPTEMBER 15: Following the Dallas Cowboys’ victory over the Tennessee Titans on September 15, 2002, at Texas Stadium in Dallas, Texas, head coach Dave Campo leaves the field. The Cowboys win 21–13 against the Titans. (Image courtesy of Ronald Martinez/Get
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Years:
2000-2002
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Regular Season Record:
15-33
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Playoff Record:
0-0
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Super Bowl Wins:
0
Bill Parcells
On Sunday, October 2, 2005, Keyshawn Johnson (19) watches from the sidelines as Dallas Cowboys coach Bill Parcells and assistant head coach Sean Payton watch the last minute of the team’s 19–13 loss to the Oakland Raiders at McAfee Coliseum in Oakland, California. Pa
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Years:
2003-2006
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Regular Season Record:
34-30
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Playoff Record:
0-2
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Super Bowls Wins:
0
Wade Phillips
Dallas, Texas, United States, November 18, 2007 At Texas Stadium, the Washington Redskins take on Dallas Cowboys coach Wade Phillips. The football game was won 28–23 by the Dallas Cowboys. (Image courtesy of Bob Leverone/Sporting News via Getty Images)
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Years:
2007-2010
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Regular Season Record:
34-22
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Playoff Record:
1-2
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Super Bowl Wins:
0
Jason Garrett
DECEMBER 15, ARLINGTON, TX: Jason Garrett, head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, observes from the sidelines during the Dallas Cowboys vs. Los Angeles Rams game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on December 15, 2019. (Image courtesy of Matthe)
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Years:
2010-2019
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Regular Season Record:
85-67
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Playoff Record:
2-3
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Super Bowl Wins:
0
Mike McCarthy
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – AUGUST 24: On August 24, 2024, in Arlington, Texas, head coach Mike McCarthy and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott #4 converse on the field prior to a preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium. (Image courtesy of Sam)
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Years:
2020-2024
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Regular Season Record:
49-35
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Playoff Record:
1-3
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Super Bowl Wins:
0
The NFL, the Dallas Cowboys, and Pro Football Reference are the sources of the information in this article.
