"So we have to at least entertain this question at some point before the end of the year and ask ourselves, do we really think Matt Eberflus will be brought back in 2026? I totally understand that the players that he is working with are not the greatest after you trade a guy like Micah Parsons, but the writing is on the wall, the type of defense that he is trying to run is just not working. As the season comes to an end, a lot of coaches are going to be looking to move on or find a new spot on a expiring contract. Let's first say that nothing has come about whether Eberflus will be brought back yet or let go. These are just my thoughts."
"Brian Flores The clear answer to this and the guy who should be at the top of every single list is Brian Flores. He has made that Vikings' defense do amazing things over the last few years. The Flores defense ranks in the top 10 in both yards and points. His contract is up at the end of this season, and if he does not get looked at for a possible head coach with a team, Dallas should make the call. He will be the best on the market, but do you think he would leave the Vikings if offered to come back to go to a team that has the worst defense in football? Well, if you can make them at least average, you will have a way better offense on the other side in Dallas, so I think Jerry would offer him the assistant head coach title or something to get him in big D."
"From Mike Florio: "And the increasing chatter in league circles is that the #Cowboys will be firmly in play for Flores." Not sure Brian Flores would give up a head coaching job to be a DC again, but the opportunity in Dallas doesn't lack appeal either.#DallasCowboys https://t.co/MPAxEsrMPt pic.twitter.com/ZfJcHVw9Z5 - Brandon Loree (@Brandoniswrite) December 28, 2025"
Questions surround Matt Eberflus's job security following defensive struggles and the Micah Parsons trade. The current defensive scheme is failing despite roster limitations. Coaching movement is likely as several contracts expire. Brian Flores is identified as the top external candidate; he has led the Vikings' defense to top-10 rankings in yards and points and his contract expires this season. Flores may prefer to remain a head coach, but a high-ranking assistant role in Dallas could entice him. Mike Florio reports increasing league chatter that Dallas will pursue Flores. Al Harris is having success in Chicago and is mentioned as another potential candidate.
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