The Dallas Cowboys’ quest for a new head coach seems to be coming to an end, with Brian Schottenheimer reportedly “close” to finalizing an agreement to take on the role. However, former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll is still considered a potential candidate.
At the same time, interest in Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore has decreased, especially after his chances of securing the position dropped significantly in betting markets on Monday. While Moore hasn’t been officially ruled out, his likelihood of getting the job appears to be fading.
Robert Saleh No Longer in Contention for Cowboys HC Role
One candidate who is now definitively out of the running is former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh. According to a report from The Athletic, Saleh is expected to return to the San Francisco 49ers as their defensive coordinator, a role he previously held before his tenure with the Jets.
Saleh had been one of four coaches interviewed by the Cowboys for the head coaching vacancy, alongside Schottenheimer, Moore, and Bills defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier. Carroll’s late emergence as a contender added another layer of complexity to the search.
Why Did Saleh Accept the 49ers’ Defensive Coordinator Position?
Despite being interviewed for the Cowboys’ head coaching job, Saleh never seemed like a frontrunner, with Schottenheimer and Moore receiving the bulk of attention. The Cowboys’ owner, Jerry Jones, appeared to favor offensive-minded candidates with prior ties to the team.
Additionally, Saleh was considered a strong candidate for the Jacksonville Jaguars’ head coaching position until late Thursday. The Athletic reported that he was expected to fly to Jacksonville for a second interview on Friday. However, the situation shifted dramatically when Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen re-entered the Jaguars’ coaching search and emerged as the favorite. This development coincided with Jacksonville’s decision to part ways with general manager Trent Baalke, making the job more appealing to Coen.
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