The Dallas Cowboys have decided to retain Mike McCarthy as their head coach for the 2024 season, but his tenure beyond that remains uncertain. While Jerry Jones chose not to extend McCarthy’s contract, he commended McCarthy for his contributions to the Cowboys’ high-scoring offense, which topped the league in points and ranked fifth in yardage.
Dak Prescott, leading the team, earned a spot on the All-Pro second team, securing the league’s highest number of touchdowns (36) and the second-best passer rating, with his 105.9 marking a personal best in his eight-year professional career.Jerry Jones praised McCarthy’s performance, particularly his collaboration with Dak Prescott and his contributions to the team’s offensive success. Jones emphasized the belief that there is still room for improvement with Prescott and highlighted the importance of continuity to fully capitalize on the potential for further enhancement.
The Dallas Cowboys owner has been associated with Bill Belichick, who appears to be stepping away from coaching in the NFL in 2024. If Mike McCarthy fails to lead the Cowboys to success next season, the six-time Super Bowl-winning coach could become a potential successor.
In a recent article by Jori Epstein of Yahoo, it was highlighted that Jerry Jones is cognizant of the narratives surrounding his desire for control potentially conflicting with Bill Belichick’s preference for extensive personnel control. This level of authority, as reported by Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson, reportedly hindered Belichick’s candidacy for the head-coaching position with the Atlanta Falcons.
Belichick wasn’t interviewed by any of the six other teams with coaching vacancies this cycle. With four jobs already filled, the top coaching positions for the Washington Commanders and Seattle Seahawks are still open.
The current trend in coaching hires emphasizes collaboration, with coaches working alongside rather than above the personnel staff. According to multiple front-office executives interviewed by Yahoo Sports during Senior Bowl practices, the expansion of front offices is expected across the league, driven by the potential integration of analytics and technology.Less than a fortnight after Jerry Jones confirmed that Mike McCarthy would be returning for a fifth season following a disappointing first-round playoff exit, Jones openly discussed the possibility of eventually hiring Bill Belichick.