Cowboys Mike McCarthy agree to part ways in stunning move: reports

The Dallas Cowboys and Mike McCarthy have reportedly decided to part ways after the two sides were unable to agree on a contract extension.

McCarthy and the Cowboys couldn’t agree on a contract length, and with the one-time Super Bowl champion head coach’s contract expiring this week, the two sides will part ways, The NFL Network reported on Monday.

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Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy walks onto the field after the Washington Commanders game on Jan. 5, 2025. in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)

Other teams are expected to show interest in McCarthy. The Chicago Bears were rumored to have requested an interview with McCarthy, but were denied. McCarthy could now interview with the Bears or other teams.

This was reported by ESPN New Orleans Saints they were also expected to take an interest in McCarthy.

He became the Cowboys’ head coach before the 2020 season, succeeding Jason Garrett, who spent 10 years at the helm. Although McCarthy went 6-10 in his first season, he found success when the team was healthy.

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy speaks to reporters after the Washington Commanders game, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)

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Dallas was 12-5 and won two division titles from 2021-2023. The team has made the playoffs every year but failed to return to the NFC Championship, which has eluded them since they last won the Super Bowl in 1995.

Cowboys saw Dak Prescott The 2024 season ended early and the team was unable to recover. The Cowboys were 7-10.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stands on the field during warmups before the Detroit Lions game in Arlington, Texas on October 13, 2024. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)

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It’s unclear who the Cowboys will target now. Team owner Jerry Jones has been very clear about his ambitions to win another Super Bowl.

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