The Dallas Cowboys’ disappointing 2024 season hit a new low in Week 10, as they suffered a humiliating 34-6 loss to division rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles. This game was a key opportunity for the struggling Cowboys to salvage their season, yet they faltered under the pressure—something that has become typical under head coach Mike McCarthy. Frustrated fans are calling for the firing of the former Super Bowl-winning coach following yet another high-stakes letdown.
Team owner Jerry Jones addressed the calls for McCarthy’s firing but expressed no interest in making a change at this stage.
He pointed to previous midseason coaching firings that hadn’t worked out and appears intent on not repeating that history. Jones’ unwillingness to make coaching changes has become expected, but it’s frustrating for fans who feel the team isn’t motivated under McCarthy’s leadership.
With the trade deadline now passed, significant roster changes are off the table, which further highlights the coaching staff as the logical target for improvement. With eight games remaining, keeping McCarthy as head coach may seem pointless given the team’s response to his job uncertainty.
Some suggest promoting defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, who has head-coaching experience, or experimenting with a rising coach like Al Harris to evaluate potential future leaders. Since McCarthy’s fate seems sealed, the organization may be better off beginning the transition to a new era now rather than waiting.
