The Dallas Cowboys’ season hit a new low with a 34-6 defeat to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, marking another chapter in a season defined by blowout losses and lackluster play. The team’s performance featured a few bright spots, including some key plays by DeMarvion Overshown and Micah Parsons, along with a red-zone interception from Trevon Diggs. But aside from these moments, it was a tough game to watch, particularly as Dallas struggled in the second half.
Despite being competitive in the first half, the Cowboys unraveled in the final two quarters, committing three turnovers in quick succession and setting an unfortunate NFL record as the first team to trail by 20 or more points in five consecutive home games. While it appeared as though the Cowboys might have given up during the game, one thing remains unchanged: Jerry Jones’ stance on head coach Mike McCarthy.
Jones Doubles Down on McCarthy’s Job Security
In the aftermath of Sunday’s loss, Jones reiterated his support for McCarthy, stating he has no intentions of firing his head coach midseason. Jones’ approach has shifted in recent years, and he now appears committed to letting coaches finish out their contracts, despite fan frustration and a string of poor performances.
Though it’s tempting to place the blame solely on McCarthy, Jones acknowledges that issues run deep throughout the team. Other coaches and players share in the responsibility for this season’s shortcomings. Nonetheless, Dallas hasn’t shown much competitiveness since their Week 5 win over Pittsburgh. While some losses were technically close, including games against the 49ers and Falcons, these matchups were largely out of reach until Dallas managed some late-game points.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said he has no interest in making a coaching change. He has fired coaches in-season before and he has regretted it every time pic.twitter.com/MIkr4ghzd9
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) November 11, 2024
What Firing McCarthy Would Mean
A midseason coaching change would likely have limited impact on turning the season around, but it would send a strong message about the standards expected within the Cowboys organization. McCarthy’s future with the team appears grim as he has subtly voiced frustrations with the front office, seemingly aware of his probable exit at season’s end. The logical question now becomes: Why wait?
By choosing to retain McCarthy, Jones is effectively signaling his acceptance of the team’s direction for the remainder of the season. The owner’s decision not to pursue a midseason shakeup reflects his willingness to let McCarthy and the coaching staff finish out the year.
