On November 15, with the Dallas Cowboys struggling at a 3-6 record, speculation about coach Mike McCarthy’s future was rampant.
Amid these rumors, team owner Jerry Jones confidently endorsed former Cowboys tight end Jason Witten as a potential NFL head coach. Speaking to KRLD-FM in Dallas, Jones compared Witten to Dan Campbell, another ex-Cowboys tight end currently coaching the Detroit Lions. “Absolutely, yes,” Jones said about Witten’s coaching potential, praising his unique qualities. Witten, a 16-season veteran and two-time All-Pro, now coaches Liberty Christian School in Texas.
Jones emphasized Witten’s deep understanding of football and his unmatched work ethic as reasons he could succeed as a head cAs rumors about Mike McCarthy’s job security swirled on November 15 with the Cowboys sitting at 3-6, Jerry Jones expressed strong belief in Jason Witten’s potential as an NFL head coach.
In an interview with KRLD-FM, Jones likened Witten to Dan Campbell, a former Cowboys tight end and current Lions coach, citing Witten’s exceptional football knowledge and dedication. Witten, a legendary Cowboy with 11 Pro Bowl appearances, has been coaching at Liberty Christian School in Argyle, Texas, since his 2020 retirement.
Jones highlighted Witten’s mental toughness and understanding of the game’s physical demands as traits that could make him a successful coach.
On November 15, as the Cowboys struggled with a 3-6 record and questions surrounding Mike McCarthy’s future, team owner Jerry Jones addressed Jason Witten’s coaching potential. Speaking with KRLD-FM, Jones firmly stated that Witten could excel as an NFL head coach, drawing parallels to Dan Campbell, the Lions’ head coach and a former Cowboys tight end. Witten, who spent 16 years with Dallas and earned multiple accolades, currently coaches Liberty Christian School in Texas.
Jones praised Witten’s football acumen, leadership, and work ethic, describing him as a strong candidate for a coaching role at the professional level.
As the Cowboys faced uncertainty at 3-6 on November 15, Jerry Jones dismissed doubts about Jason Witten’s ability to coach at the NFL level.
During an interview with KRLD-FM, Jones confidently endorsed Witten, comparing him to Dan Campbell, a former Cowboys player turned Lions head coach. Witten, a 16-season Dallas veteran with an impressive career, is now coaching high school football at Liberty Christian School in Texas.
Jones highlighted Witten’s sophisticated understanding of the sport, his mental and physical toughness, and his extraordinary work ethic, affirming that he has the qualities needed to thrive as an NFL head coach.
