Cowboys support Brian Schottenheimer after struggles in 2-4 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 8:51 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys faced criticism following a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers on October 15, marking their second consecutive defeat. The offense, once a strength, has faltered, ranking 31st in rushing yards and yielding only two touchdowns alongside four interceptions in recent games. Cowboys COO Stephen Jones expressed unwavering confidence in head coach Brian Schottenheimer amid calls for changes, insisting the coaching staff can still turn the season around. Schottenheimer's difficult start is underscored by the return of All-Pro left guard Tyler Smith, which has not corresponded with improved offensive performance. The Cowboys remain under pressure to reclaim their footing with a matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles looming.
- •Cowboys drop to 2-4 after loss to Packers.
- •Offense ranks 31st in rushing yards at 76 per game.
- •Stephen Jones expresses full support for Brian Schottenheimer.
- •Next game is against the 2-4 Philadelphia Eagles.
- 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys' Stephen Jones 'absolutely' supports Brian Schottenheimer after another miserable showing, 2-4 start
"A former under Schottenheimer with the Jets, meanwhile, blasted him as a "mid OC."
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