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Jerry Jones supports Schottenheimer; Witten takes interim role at Oklahoma

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 10:58 PM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Jerry Jones supports Schottenheimer; Witten takes interim role at Oklahoma

Summary

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated he has no plans to fire head coach Brian Schottenheimer despite the team's 3-5 record following a 33-30 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. This comes as Cowboys legend Jason Witten is promoted to interim offensive coordinator at the University of Oklahoma after the Sooners' offensive struggles. Jones criticized the entire organization for the recent defeat while Prescott emphasized team accountability. The Cowboys are set to face the Indianapolis Colts on November 8.

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By the Numbers

•Cowboys blew a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter against Arizona.
•Witten takes over as interim playcaller for struggling Oklahoma offense.
•Schottenheimer now has a record of 10-14-1 with Dallas.
•Jones acknowledges the loss as a collective failure, not solely on the coach.
•Dallas plays the Colts next at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 8.

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10:58 PMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones Says No Coaching Change While Witten Gets New Role

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Jerry Jones claims a coaching change isn't on his mind after a 3-5 start, even as Cowboys legend Jason Witten takes a new job at Oklahoma.
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