The Dallas Cowboys decided to promote Brian Schottenheimer to head coach, a move that was influenced by several key reasons:
1. Leadership and Accountability: Schottenheimer is praised for his strong leadership skills and his ability to command attention, essential traits for a head coach.
2. Continuity and Familiarity: Having served as the Cowboys’ offensive coordinator for two years, Schottenheimer brings stability to the offensive system. His relationship with quarterback Dak Prescott also provides an advantage.
3. Family Legacy: Schottenheimer’s father, Marty Schottenheimer, was a respected head coach in the NFL, which adds to Brian’s pedigree in the coaching world.
These factors, along with Schottenheimer’s extensive experience as an assistant coach, led to his promotion. An insider mentioned that “Dak Prescott likes Brian Schottenheimer’s creativity” in the offensive scheme.
