The Dallas Cowboys have officially named Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach, marking a significant shift in leadership after parting ways with Mike McCarthy.
Having served as their offensive coordinator after previously joining as a coaching analyst in 2022, Schottenheimer emerged as the top choice after the Cowboys evaluated several candidates.
However, not everyone’s thrilled with the decision, and FOX Sports host Colin Cowherd didn’t mince words on a recent episode of “The Herd.”
“The Cowboys’ Brian Schottenheimer feels absolutely uninspiring. It’s a D,” Cowherd said in giving a grade. “Friday late news dump is embarrassing. Again, the last time he was a hot coordinator was 12, 13, 14 years ago. I think the Cowboys got caught flat-footed and this is what it looks like.”
"Brian Schottenheimer feels absolutely uninspiring. It's a D."@ColinCowherd grades new NFL head coach hires: pic.twitter.com/BKQe2sn3DQ
— Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) January 28, 2025
While Schottenheimer steps into his first head coaching role, he inherits significant pressure to deliver results.
The Cowboys missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2020 season, and their championship drought continues to loom large as they haven’t reached an NFC Championship Game or Super Bowl since the 1995 campaign.
The immediate focus now shifts to strengthening the roster through the 2025 NFL Draft and free agency.
Schottenheimer and the Cowboys’ front office have their work cut out for them, and the skepticism surrounding his promotion goes beyond just his coaching abilities.
Critics argue that the Cowboys need more than just tactical expertise, they need a leader who can energize the entire organization.
Success in Dallas will require not only strong game planning but also someone who can elevate morale and bring fresh energy to a franchise hungry for a championship.
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