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Jones backs Schottenheimer, says Cowboys let coach down
ESPN • • general
Key Points:
- Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones ruled out any coaching changes following the team's 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, despite the disappointing defeat.
- The Cowboys blew a 14-point fourth-quarter lead at home, marking the largest blown lead in team history and becoming the first NFL team this season to lose when leading by at least 14 points in the fourth quarter.
- Head coach Brian Schottenheimer, now 10-14-1 with Dallas, expressed confidence in his staff and players, emphasizing a commitment to hard work and problem-solving despite the setback.
- Jones referenced his rare history of in-season coaching changes, noting only one prior instance in 2010, and stated he does not see a similar situation arising now.
- Quarterback Dak Prescott called for collective accountability, rejecting blame on any single individual and emphasizing team unity in facing challenges.
