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Cowboys Eye VikingsBrian Flores After Jerry Jones’ Rebuke of Defensive Staff

Minnesota is working on a new deal for its coordinator, whose contract expires after the season.

Overview

  • Jerry Jones said he is "not at all" pleased with Dallas’ defensive scheme and coaching, underscoring a likely shakeup after the season.
  • Multiple outlets report the Cowboys are expected to move on from DC Matt Eberflus, with league chatter placing Dallas "firmly in play" for Brian Flores.
  • Flores’ contract with the Vikings expires after this season, and Minnesota is working toward an extension, though he could still depart for a head-coaching job under NFL rules.
  • Flores’ unit has been a team strength, ranking top five in yards allowed and top 10 in points, highlighted by six takeaways against the Lions on Dec. 25.
  • Dallas’ defense ranks near the bottom of the NFL, and Jones publicly questioned LB Logan Wilson’s lack of snaps, reflecting frustration with personnel usage.