"Both teams ultimately went in a different direction, but Dallas remains interested. Orr is "in line" to join Brian Schottenheimer's staff, Clarence Hill Jr. of All City DLLS reports. An "elevated" linebackers coach role is expected in this case, per Hill. Orr played as a middle linebacker and coached that position for two years in Baltimore prior to being promoted to defensive coordinator."
"Orr's unit did not meet expectations during the 2025 season in particular, but he could add value as a position coach. The 33-year-old worked with Schottenheimer in Jacksonville for one season (2021), and Hill notes he has a relationship with new Cowboys DC Christian Parker as well. A Dallas hire would represent a homecoming for Orr, a native of DeSoto, Texas."
"The Cowboys struggled in a number of areas during their one season with Matt Eberflus leading their defense. Dallas ranked 23rd against the run in 2025, and improvements at the linebacker position will no doubt be targeted this offseason. Presuming a hire is worked out, Orr will be tasked with playing a key role in Dallas' efforts to rebound at the second level. A departure would also confirm Baltimore's need for a new DC under first-time head coach Jesse Minter."
Zach Orr is a candidate to leave the Baltimore Ravens after two seasons as their defensive coordinator and has interviewed with the Cowboys and Chargers. Dallas remains interested and Orr is in line to join Brian Schottenheimer's staff in an elevated linebackers coach role. Orr played and coached middle linebacker in Baltimore before his promotion and worked with Schottenheimer in Jacksonville in 2021. The Cowboys ranked 23rd against the run in 2025 and plan to target linebacker improvements. A hire would create a Ravens vacancy and Dallas also expects to add Ryan Smith to its staff.
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