The big question now is: will Dallas find the right people to transform their defense, or will they continue to get lost in the whirlwind of restructuring?

FRISCO, Texas – The Dallas Cowboys are entering a crucial restructuring phase as they accelerate their search for a Defensive Coordinator for the 2026 NFL season. After a season marked by serious defensive problems, the Cowboys’ management has identified this as a top priority to bring the team back to a truly competitive position.

According to internal sources, the Cowboys have continuously expanded their list of candidates and conducted numerous interviews in recent days. Notably, many of the names being considered are defensive coaches who caused significant problems for Dak Prescott and the Dallas offense last season. This shows that the Cowboys are not just looking for a replacement, but also want to learn directly from the defensive systems that have previously outmaneuvered them.

The team’s leadership, headed by Stephen Jones, emphasized that the Cowboys are not in a hurry to finalize a choice, but are seeking a “defensive architect” who fits their long-term vision, capable of building a flexible, modern system that adapts well to top NFC opponents.

This determination stems from the fact that the Cowboys’ defense in the 2025 season lacked stability, often collapsing at crucial moments, contributing to the team’s failure to achieve its goals. Reorganizing the defensive coaching staff is seen as a necessary step if Dallas wants to maximize the peak performance of Dak Prescott and the current core players.

Even before the 2026 NFL season begins, the Cowboys’ hunt for a Defensive Coordinator has become one of the hottest stories behind the NFL. The big question now is: will Dallas find the right people to transform their defense, or will they continue to get lost in the whirlwind of restructuring?