Jones backs Schottenheimer after Cowboys' fourth-quarter collapse
Cowboys owner says coaching change is not planned despite a historic fourth-quarter lead loss to Arizona.
At a glance
- Cowboys lost to Arizona after blowing a historic fourth-quarter lead
- Owner Jerry Jones confirmed no coaching change will follow
- Jones backed head coach Mike Schottenheimer
The Cowboys suffered a defeat to Arizona in which they blew one of the largest fourth-quarter leads in franchise history. Despite the setback, owner Jerry Jones said the loss would not result in a coaching change, backing head coach Mike Schottenheimer.
Jones suggested the team's performance, rather than coaching decisions, was responsible for the outcome.
Why it matters
Fourth-quarter collapses can raise questions about coaching and team management, but Jones's statement provides clarity on the franchise's direction.
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