Cowboys coaching pressure grows on Brian Schottenheimer entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:22 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Pressure mounts on Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as the team enters the 2026 season with heightened expectations. Following significant roster improvements, scrutiny around Schottenheimer's performance has intensified, particularly given that quarterback Dak Prescott is healthy. Insiders suggest that Schottenheimer could only escape criticism if Prescott were to miss substantial playing time. The Dallas organization is now focused on elevating its performance across all phases of the game, with training camp seen as a crucial upcoming checkpoint.
- •Dallas enters 2026 with fewer roster weaknesses.
- •Expectations rise due to improvements and Prescott's health.
- •Critics point to Prescott's status as vital for Schottenheimer's future.
- •Team aims for success across all game phases.
- •Training camp will be an important evaluation period.
- 4:22 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys insider sees only one path for Brian Schottenheimer to avoid trouble
"Pressure is building on Brian Schottenheimer as the Cowboys enter 2026 with a stronger roster and fewer excuses for missing the playoffs.
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