UPDATE: The Dallas Cowboys have just announced the firing of defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus following a disastrous season that saw the team finish with the worst scoring defense in the NFL. This urgent move comes just two days after the Cowboys wrapped up their season, during which they allowed an alarming average of 30.1 points per game—the highest in the franchise’s history.
The Cowboys’ defense struggled throughout the season, finishing last in both scoring and passing defense. They surrendered a total of 511 points, marking the first time in team history that they allowed over 500 points in a single season. This defensive collapse wasted one of quarterback Dak Prescott‘s best seasons with the league’s second-highest offense.
In a statement, team owner and general manager Jerry Jones expressed his respect for Eberflus but emphasized the need for change:
“Having known Matt Eberflus for decades now, we have tremendous respect and appreciation for him as a coach and a person. After reviewing and discussing the results of our defensive performance this season, though, it was clear that change is needed.”
The Cowboys’ defensive issues were compounded by Jones’ controversial decision to trade star pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers prior to the season. This marks the second consecutive season in which Eberflus has been fired; he was previously let go as head coach of the Chicago Bears during the 2024 season.
This decision means that the Cowboys will have their fourth defensive coordinator in four seasons, following Dan Quinn in 2023 and Mike Zimmer in 2024. The trend of cycling through defensive coordinators continues as the team seeks to regain its competitive edge.
The Cowboys now face the pressing challenge of finding a new defensive leader to turn around a struggling unit and meet the high expectations of their fan base. The immediate focus will be on identifying candidates who can revitalize the defense as the team prepares for the upcoming offseason.
As the Cowboys embark on this new chapter, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely for the next steps in the team’s quest for improvement. Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
