FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys are within the early phases of their search to interchange Mike McCarthy as head coach, however one title is already recognized: former Cowboys cornerback and present Colorado coach Deion Sanders.
A supply stated Cowboys proprietor and common supervisor Jerry Jones and Sanders spoke Monday, and whereas an interview has not been scheduled, the 2 are anticipated to proceed their dialogue. Fox Sports first reported the dialog between the 2 sides.
Sanders was linked to a Cowboys job that was not even open within the fall.
“To hear from Jerry Jones is really pleasant, and it is intriguing,” Sanders informed ESPN’s Adam Schefter on Monday night time. “I really like Jerry and consider in Jerry. After you cling up and course of it, and give it some thought, it is intriguing. But I really like Boulder and every little thing there’s about our crew, the coaches, our pupil physique and the group.”
Sanders simply accomplished his second season at Colorado, the place he has posted a 13-12 document, together with a 9-4 mark in 2024 throughout which the Buffaloes had the Heisman Trophy winner in extensive receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter.
In November, Sanders was requested about potential curiosity from NFL groups.
“I’m completely satisfied the place I’m, man,” Sanders stated. “I’ve received a kickstand down. You know what a kickstand is? … That means I’m resting. I’m good, I’m completely satisfied, I’m excited. I’m smitten by the place I’m. I find it irresistible right here, really do.”
Sanders acquired a five-year, $29.5 million contract when he was employed at Colorado in late 2022 after his profitable run at Jackson State.
Sanders performed 5 seasons of his Hall of Fame profession for the Cowboys, serving to the crew win Super Bowl XXX in 1996 in opposition to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He remained in north Texas after his taking part in profession ended, and he has maintained an in depth relationship with the Jones household.
Per the NFL’s Rooney Rule, groups should interview two exterior minority head coach candidates of their search.
The Cowboys introduced Monday that they and McCarthy would half methods after 5 seasons. McCarthy posted a 49-35 regular-season document, together with a 7-10 mark this season.
Rules prohibit any interviews to be scheduled but, however McCarthy is anticipated to interview with the Chicago Bears as early as Wednesday, in keeping with a number of sources. The New Orleans Saints are also anticipated to interview McCarthy.
