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Brian Schottenheimer Draws on Father’s Lessons in First Father’s Day as Cowboys Head Coach

He draws on his father's coaching philosophy to shape team culture as he prepares to lead the Cowboys into his first NFL season.

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After Marty Schottenheimer’s passing in 2021, Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer sees Father’s Day in a slightly different light.

Overview

  • Schottenheimer marked Father’s Day as his first without Marty, reflecting on his father’s impact while closing mandatory minicamp for his debut season as head coach.
  • He applies his father’s lessons about integrity, family and leadership to guide his decision-making on and off the field.
  • To foster camaraderie, he introduced team-building events—crawfish boils, paintball games and free-throw competitions—echoing Marty’s emphasis on connection.
  • Former players and colleagues of Marty continue to share stories of his profound influence, underscoring the life-changing reach of his coaching legacy.
  • Brian relies on advice from his father’s friends and former assistants, including Bill Cowher, to navigate the challenges of leading an NFL team.