Stephen A. Smith calls for Rex Ryan to join Cowboys as defensive coordinator

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Stephen A. Smith calls for Rex Ryan to join Cowboys as defensive coordinator
Summary

Following the Dallas Cowboys' 33-30 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8, Stephen A. Smith criticized the team's performance during a segment on 'First Take.' He attributed the Cowboys' struggles to the absence of Rex Ryan as defensive coordinator, suggesting that owner Jerry Jones should hire him immediately. Although Ryan has not coached in the NFL for a decade, Smith argued that his past success with the Jets makes him a viable candidate for the position. Jones, however, indicated he would not make coaching changes during the season.

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  • •Cowboys lose to Cardinals, blowing a 14-point lead
  • •Stephen A. Smith pushes for Rex Ryan as coordinator
  • •Jerry Jones plans no midseason coaching changes
  • •Ryan has not coached in the NFL for ten years
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  • 4:44 PMYahoo Sports — Stephen A. Smith believes one ESPN personality can fix Cowboys horrendous defense
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Rex Ryan hasn't coach in the NFL in a decade, but maybe he can fix the Cowboys.

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