Time for a Coaching Change in Dallas? Lions QB Jared Goff Silences Noise With Pressure-Tested Play
Dallas loss fuels coaching debate
The Cowboys gave up a touchdown in the final minute, sending Sunday’s game against Arizona to overtime. The Cardinals won 33-30, and Dallas could not move the ball on a possession where a field goal would have secured victory.
Arizona’s winning quarterback was Gardner Minshew, who replaced Jacoby Brissett after Brissett was benched in the second half. After the game, Jerry Jones told reporters, “That’s not in my mind at this time,” when asked about a coaching change.
Questions about Schottenheimer’s role
The criticism centers on head coach Schottenheimer, whose offense failed in a decisive moment. The article also points to his late-game management, citing four or five mistakes in an earlier loss to the Ravens.
Jones said he had made a midseason coaching change involving Wade Phillips but was not proud of it. The article argues Jones made a poor choice when he promoted Schottenheimer in 2024, and says Minnesota defensive coordinator Brian Flores could have been considered last offseason.
Goff’s pressure numbers improve
The article argues that criticism of Detroit quarterback Jared Goff for struggling under pressure has gone too far. Against Minnesota in Week 8, the Vikings pressured him on three of 25 dropbacks despite blitzing on almost 90% of Detroit’s passing plays.
Goff completed two of three attempts against pressure for 14 yards. Against the blitz, he went 17-of-23 for 130 yards, one touchdown and one interception; the article says the interception appeared tied to a stumble or miscommunication with Jameson Williams.
Key points
- Dallas fell to Arizona 33-30 in overtime after allowing a late touchdown.
- Jerry Jones said a coaching change was not on his mind at that time.
- The article questions Schottenheimer’s late-game decisions and his overall fit as head coach.
- Goff completed 17 of 23 passes for 130 yards, a touchdown and an interception against Minnesota’s blitz.