Overview
- Jones described the hunt as "very intense, complete, focused" and said Brian Schottenheimer will have input.
- Matt Eberflus was dismissed after one season in charge of a defense that ranked 30th in yards allowed and 32nd in scoring.
- Schottenheimer said the priority is a teacher who is flexible and can help generate more takeaways rather than a fixed scheme choice.
- Dallas finished 7-9-1 and missed the playoffs for a second straight year despite a strong offense, drawing scrutiny to the defensive staff.
- The hire will mark the Cowboys' third defensive coordinator in three seasons, fueling skepticism about stability and direction.