Just a short while back, there was buzz about Bill Belichick possibly joining the Dallas Cowboys, a prospect that still holds significant importance. Following the Cowboys’ disappointing loss to the Green Bay Packers, there was speculation that Jerry Jones might fire Mike McCarthy, potentially even during halftime. However, McCarthy’s dismissal didn’t materialize, and Jones later confirmed that McCarthy would continue as head coach for Dallas in 2024, despite pushback from some fans.
What caught many off guard was the revelation that Belichick, an eight-time Super Bowl champion, was available for hire after leaving the New England Patriots. Reports indicated the Cowboys had expressed interest in the 72-year-old coach, but ultimately retained McCarthy, surprising many observers. Belichick had been considered a leading candidate for the vacant coaching position in Atlanta, but the job went to Raheem Morris instead, leaving Belichick without a coaching gig for the first time in his storied career.
An ESPN article by Don Van Natta Jr., Seth Wickersham, and Jeremy Fowler delved into the unfolding sequence of events. Notably, a close associate of Belichick suggested that the legendary coach might only return to the NFL as a head coach if it were with the Cowboys under Jerry Jones. This insight hints at a potential future move for Belichick to Dallas, especially if McCarthy’s tenure ends in 2025 as his contract expires.
Considering the strong interest in Belichick previously and the possibility of McCarthy’s departure, Cowboys fans may want to keep an eye on developments leading into the 2025 offseason.
