The spotlight is on the Dallas Cowboys.

Traditionally, the Cowboys are known for their ambitious approach, seeking out top-tier talent in the NFL. As “America’s Team,” they strive for excellence, especially when looking for a new head coach following their split from Mike McCarthy.

With that closure, the speculation is rampant about who will take the helm next. Options range from high-profile candidates like Deion Sanders, now the head coach at Colorado, to internal choices such as Kellen Moore. Other potential picks include Jason Witten, an unconventional choice, or established coaches like Robert Saleh and Leslie Frazier.

As the Cowboys continue their search for a head coach, the list of candidates is expected to expand, making this an intriguing period for the franchise.

Here’s the most recent information on the Dallas Cowboys’ head coaching search.

Updates, Rumors, and News on the Cowboys’ Head Coach Search

This section will be refreshed as interviews occur and more details regarding potential candidates arise.

Kellen Moore Emerges as a Leading Candidate for Head Coach

• Date: Jan. 16
• Source: Ian Rapoport, NFL Network

On Thursday, the Cowboys formally solicited to interview Moore, who is currently the offensive coordinator for the Eagles. He previously held the same role in Dallas until he and the franchise mutually ended their partnership after the 2022 season. During his four years as offensive coordinator, his units ranked in the top-10 three times.

Moore, who went undrafted from Boise State, played for the Cowboys from 2015 to 2017 before rising to quarterbacks coach in 2018, and ultimately became offensive coordinator from 2019 to 2022, maintaining continuity during the transition from Jason Garrett to McCarthy.

Rapoport noted that Moore is viewed as a “top candidate” for the head coaching position due to his familiarity with the organization, making this possible collaboration worth monitoring.

Deion Sanders ‘Almost Certainly’ Would Accept Cowboys’ Position

• Date: Jan. 16
• Source: Ed Werder, Dallas’ WFAA-TV

Initially thought to be a long shot, interest in Sanders is gaining momentum. Reports suggest that Jerry Jones is quite taken with Sanders as a candidate, indicating that buzz surrounding this possibility won’t fade until the decision is made. NFL Network’s Jane Slater also revealed that Sanders reached out to Colorado’s athletic director about increased funding for NIL and his coaching staff, but encountered resistance. While Sanders, a former Cowboy, previously expressed disinterest in pursuing an NFL coaching role, his stance has seemed to shift recently.

Robert Saleh Set to Interview This Week

• Date: Jan. 15
• Source: Todd Archer, ESPN

Former Jets head coach Saleh is scheduled to meet with the Cowboys for an interview this week. As the ex-defensive coordinator for the 49ers, he appears to be a strong candidate for a coaching role, whether as a head coach or coordinator for the upcoming 2025 season.

Cowboys Seek to Interview Leslie Frazier from the Seahawks

• Date: Jan. 15
• Source: Todd Archer, ESPN

Frazier is another candidate on the Cowboys’ list for interviews. He brings a wealth of experience, having previously served as head coach for Minnesota and more recently as the defensive coordinator for Buffalo, before spending last season with Seattle.

Jason Witten Considered as a Potential Successor to Mike McCarthy

• Date: Jan. 14
• Source: Jane Slater, NFL Network

Witten has been mentioned as a potential successor during discussions with McCarthy, who chose to pursue different opportunities, according to Slater. Jones holds Witten in high regard, but it remains uncertain if he will be a viable head coaching candidate. Although Witten lacks experience coaching at the NFL or college level, he has been leading the team at Liberty Christian in Argyle, Texas, since 2021.

Cowboys Coaching Candidates

Here’s a summary of individuals the Cowboys are interested in or have sought to interview to date:

• Deion Sanders, Head Coach, Colorado
• Robert Saleh, Former Jets Head Coach
• Leslie Frazier, Assistant Head Coach, Seahawks
• Kellen Moore, Offensive Coordinator, Eagles