Schottenheimer replaced Mike McCarthy, who recently departed after five seasons. McCarthy (49-35) led the Cowboys to the postseason three times, getting just one victory. McCarthy also produced three consecutive 12-win seasons.

The Dallas Cowboys introduced new head coach Brian Schottenheimer during a press conference Monday morning. Schottenheimer, the team's offensive coordinator for the past two seasons, was officially named head coach on Friday,

Brian Schottenheimer was quick to address the skeptics over his hiring to lead the Dallas Cowboys, even before taking a moment to recognize his late father, longtime NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer. “I’ve had some opportunities when I was a much younger man,