Pettine to join Cowboys staff as defensive consultant
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 7:06 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Mike Pettine will take on a role as a consultant for the Dallas Cowboys' defense. He received an offer from Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker while celebrating his 60th birthday in Italy. Pettine has experience coaching at several levels, including in the NFL, and will bring his knowledge to assist the team. His addition is seen as an effort to strengthen the Cowboys' defensive strategies as the season progresses.
- •Mike Pettine celebrates his 60th birthday in Italy.
- •He received a call from Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker.
- •Pettine is joining the Cowboys as a defensive consultant.
- •His coaching experience spans multiple NFL teams.
- •The Cowboys aim to bolster their defense this season.
- 7:59 PMESPN NFL — Pettine ready to lend support, experience to Cowboys defense
"Mike Pettine was traveling through Italy, celebrating his 60th birthday when he got a call from Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker a few weeks ago seeing if he would take a role on the staff.
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