Mike McCarthy's steadfastness in play-calling responsibility paved the way for Brian Schottenheimer's hiring as the Dallas Cowboys' new head coach, a move seen as uninspiring. Jerry Jones introduced Schottenheimer, emphasizing playoffs and success, yet fans remain skeptical. The hiring lacked the boldness that past seasons required, revealing Jerry's unchanged perspective on head coaches. His recent approach suggests a reliance on good players over good coaching, leading to criticism of Schottenheimer's appointment as a practical but uninspired choice for the franchise's future.
This offseason demanded a bold, Bill Parcells-type of hire. Jerry didn't enjoy that time, so he took the easier route while telling us that hiring "Schotty" is a risk that is out of his comfort zone.
As Jerry said of this hire, it's not "A Hail Mary." It's also not bold. It's just less expensive.
What this interview process revealed is how Jerry views a head coach has not changed that much since he ran Jimmy Johnson off in favor of Barry Switzer, in 1994.
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