{"id":139643,"date":"2026-01-14T11:35:27","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T11:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=139643"},"modified":"2026-01-14T11:35:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T11:35:27","slug":"report-the-early-favorite-to-replace-matt-eberflus-in-the-cowboys-coaching-search-already-feels-like-a-dream-scenario-for-fans-his-proven-track-record-leadership-style-and-schematic-fit-a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportnews.azontree.com\/?p=139643","title":{"rendered":"REPORT: The early favorite to replace Matt Eberflus in the Cowboys\u2019 coaching search already feels like a dream scenario for fans. His proven track record, leadership style, and schematic fit align perfectly with what Dallas has been missing. If the front office is serious about winning now, this choice makes both emotional and strategic sense"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"808\">As entertaining as it was to watch both the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers unravel during Wild Card Weekend, the Dallas Cowboys have little time to celebrate. Their attention has firmly shifted back to unfinished business \u2014 namely, finding the next defensive coordinator who can help push this roster deeper into the NFL playoffs.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"808\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wp.clutchpoints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Cowboys-news-Matt-Eberflus-gets-100-real-about-what-he-expects-from-defense.jpg?resize=1200,900\" alt=\"Cowboys' Matt Eberflus gets 100% real about what he expects from defense\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"1158\">The Cowboys are in the early stages of what is shaping up to be a critical hiring process. With Dan Quinn no longer in Dallas, the franchise must identify a defensive leader capable of maintaining elite standards while evolving schematically. While the search remains fluid, early signs suggest one candidate has already emerged as the frontrunner.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1163\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1221\">Cowboys Begin Defensive Coordinator Interview Process<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1379\">The Dallas Cowboys have already completed interviews with several respected defensive minds around the league. As of this writing, the team has interviewed:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1598\">\n<li data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1477\">\n<p data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1477\"><strong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1399\">Jim Leonhard<\/strong>, Denver Broncos defensive passing game coordinator and assistant head coach<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1543\">\n<p data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1543\"><strong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1497\">Daronte Jones<\/strong>, Minnesota Vikings passing game coordinator<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1598\">\n<p data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1598\"><strong data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1563\">Ephraim Banda<\/strong>, Cleveland Browns safeties coach<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1702\">Each candidate brings a unique background, but league insiders believe one name stands above the rest.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"2003\">According to <strong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1748\">Bobby Belt of 105.3 The Fan<\/strong>, Jim Leonhard is widely viewed inside league circles as the early favorite to land the Cowboys\u2019 defensive coordinator job. Belt shared his insight during a conversation with co-host Shan Shariff, as later reported by Brandon Loree of <em data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2002\">Blogging The Boys<\/em>.<\/p>\n<blockquote data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2283\">\n<p data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2283\"><em>\u201cThey wrapped those three interviews. Will probably submit more today or tomorrow. Would not be surprised if they request Jonathan Cooley from the Panthers, but I think [Jim] Leonhard will be their guy. So they have to wait for Denver to get bounced before they can hire him.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2405\">That final detail is key. Leonhard\u2019s current obligations with the Denver Broncos mean Dallas may need to remain patient.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2410\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2462\">Jim Leonhard Emerges as the Cowboys\u2019 Top Target<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2727\">Jim Leonhard completed his virtual interview with the Cowboys on Saturday, and all indications are that it went extremely well. However, because Leonhard is currently on Denver\u2019s playoff staff, Dallas cannot proceed further until the Broncos\u2019 postseason run ends.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2917\">The Broncos are scheduled to host the Buffalo Bills this Saturday, meaning the Cowboys could be waiting at least another week before bringing Leonhard in for an in-person second interview.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"3005\">Still, excitement around Leonhard\u2019s candidacy continues to grow \u2014 and for good reason.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3295\">Leonhard is widely respected for his defensive intelligence, teaching ability, and adaptability. His coaching philosophy aligns almost perfectly with what Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy outlined during his end-of-season press conference: discipline, versatility, and player development.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3368\">If that doesn\u2019t get Cowboys fans excited, it\u2019s fair to ask \u2014 what will?<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"3370\" data-end=\"3373\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3418\">Jonathan Cooley and Other Names to Watch<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3654\">While Leonhard may be the early favorite, Dallas is expected to continue exploring additional options. One emerging name is <strong data-start=\"3544\" data-end=\"3563\">Jonathan Cooley<\/strong>, who is in his second season as the Carolina Panthers\u2019 defensive passing game coordinator.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3656\" data-end=\"3762\">Cooley\u2019s r\u00e9sum\u00e9 may not yet carry the national recognition of some veterans, but the numbers speak loudly:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3913\">\n<li data-start=\"3764\" data-end=\"3816\">\n<p data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3816\"><strong data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3816\">Seventh-fewest passing touchdowns allowed (20)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3817\" data-end=\"3870\">\n<p data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3870\"><strong data-start=\"3819\" data-end=\"3870\">Ninth-best average depth of target (7.77 yards)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3913\">\n<p data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3913\"><strong data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"3913\">Fifth-best interception rate (2.65%)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"4042\">These metrics, courtesy of <em data-start=\"3942\" data-end=\"3956\">Sumer Sports<\/em>, suggest Carolina quietly fielded one of the more efficient pass defenses in the NFL.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4044\" data-end=\"4202\">While Cooley is a legitimate candidate to monitor, Belt\u2019s reporting makes it clear that Leonhard remains the centerpiece of Dallas\u2019 search \u2014 at least for now.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4204\" data-end=\"4207\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4253\">Cowboys Likely to Explore Veteran Options<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/heavy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GettyImages-2235664452_1c0799-e1766082665789.jpg?quality=65&amp;strip=all\" alt=\"Cowboys Move DC Matt Eberflus From Sideline to Coaching Booth\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4255\" data-end=\"4526\">In the meantime, Dallas may \u201ckick the tires\u201d on several high-profile veterans. Given the Jones family\u2019s historical preference for experience, it would not be surprising to see newly fired head coaches such as <strong data-start=\"4464\" data-end=\"4481\">Raheem Morris<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"4485\" data-end=\"4504\">Jonathan Gannon<\/strong> enter the discussion.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4528\" data-end=\"4618\">However, there is a notable difference between this search and previous coordinator hunts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4838\">Just two years ago, after Dan Quinn initially left the Cowboys, Dallas interviewed established names like <strong data-start=\"4726\" data-end=\"4767\">Mike Zimmer, Rex Ryan, and Ron Rivera<\/strong>. That list, while experienced, lacked innovation and long-term upside.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4866\">This time feels different.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"4868\" data-end=\"4871\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4922\">Brian Schottenheimer\u2019s Influence on the Search<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4924\" data-end=\"5233\">One of the most important aspects of this hiring process is the belief that <strong data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5024\">Brian Schottenheimer<\/strong> is leading the charge. That belief is based not only on Jim Leonhard\u2019s reported popularity inside the Cowboys\u2019 building but also on the type of candidates Dallas has targeted in the first round of interviews.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5235\" data-end=\"5457\">If ownership were solely steering the process, the Cowboys would likely be leaning heavily toward familiar, conservative names. Instead, Dallas appears focused on modern defensive thinkers with strong teaching credentials.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5459\" data-end=\"5492\">That points directly to Leonhard.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5494\" data-end=\"5729\">Schottenheimer and Leonhard share a previous NFL connection. The two overlapped with the New York Jets when Schottenheimer served as the team\u2019s offensive coordinator and Leonhard played safety in Rex Ryan\u2019s aggressive defensive system.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5731\" data-end=\"5759\">That shared history matters.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"5761\" data-end=\"5764\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"5766\" data-end=\"5810\">Why Jim Leonhard Fits the Cowboys\u2019 Vision<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5812\" data-end=\"6061\">Schottenheimer has recently spoken glowingly about Leonhard\u2019s ability to communicate complex defensive concepts in a way players understand. That strength cannot be overstated, especially for a Cowboys defense loaded with young, high-ceiling talent.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6063\" data-end=\"6106\">Leonhard\u2019s defensive philosophy emphasizes:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6108\" data-end=\"6266\">\n<li data-start=\"6108\" data-end=\"6138\">\n<p data-start=\"6110\" data-end=\"6138\">Versatile coverage schemes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6139\" data-end=\"6164\">\n<p data-start=\"6141\" data-end=\"6164\">Situational awareness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6165\" data-end=\"6200\">\n<p data-start=\"6167\" data-end=\"6200\">Aggressive but disciplined play<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6201\" data-end=\"6266\">\n<p data-start=\"6203\" data-end=\"6266\">Maximizing player strengths rather than forcing rigid systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6268\" data-end=\"6363\">Those principles align seamlessly with what Dallas has publicly stated it wants moving forward.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"6365\" data-end=\"6368\" \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"6370\" data-end=\"6423\">Final Thoughts: Cowboys Appear Focused on Leonhard<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/the_sporting_news_articles_584\/75ce429cd00036aae2d71198f6bfd787\" alt=\"Matt Eberflus might have sealed his fate after taking shot at Cowboys' front  office - Yahoo Sports\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6425\" data-end=\"6620\">There is still a long road ahead in the Cowboys\u2019 defensive coordinator search, and nothing is official yet. However, all signs suggest that Jim Leonhard is firmly at the top of Dallas\u2019 wish list.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6622\" data-end=\"6817\">Between his growing reputation, his fit with the Cowboys\u2019 organizational philosophy, and the clear admiration from key decision-makers like Brian Schottenheimer, Leonhard checks nearly every box.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6819\" data-end=\"6995\">For now, Dallas waits \u2014 watching the Denver Broncos\u2019 playoff fate closely \u2014 while quietly preparing for what could be one of the most important coaching hires of its offseason.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6997\" data-end=\"7094\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">If patience pays off, the Cowboys may soon land exactly the defensive leader they\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As entertaining as it was to watch both the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers unravel during Wild Card Weekend, the Dallas Cowboys have little time to&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":139646,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-139643","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nfl"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>REPORT: The early favorite to replace Matt Eberflus in the Cowboys\u2019 coaching search already feels like a dream scenario for fans. 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