For the third time in as many years, there will be a new defensive coordinator in Dallas, as Matt Eberflus returns to take on the role following a one-year reunion with Mike Zimmer, who returned following Dan Quinn’s decision to depart for the Washington Commanders.
That’s three coordinators in Parsons’ four seasons in the NFL, and he has still produced no fewer than 12 sacks in a single season, despite missing four games due to a high ankle sprain in 2024.
“It’s just learning a new system and getting another coach’s adjustments to how I like to play, what I like to do… ” said the four-time Pro Bowler after spending the morning with Make-A-Wish children at the Great Wolf Lounge in Grapevine. “Obviously, it is challenging with a third [defensive coordinator] and [another change] is obviously not the greatest thing in the world but, I mean, that’s part of being a pro.
“You’ve got to make adjustments.”
Acclimating quickly to what Eberflus and his completely overhauled defensive staff will expect and look to do will be aided by Parsons’ decision on OTAs and other voluntary portions of the Cowboys’ offseason program.
It’s a new era on the sidelines in Dallas with Brian Schottenheimer’s staff fully complete.
On Friday afternoon, the team officially announced the new coaching staff for the start of the Brian Schottenheimer regime. From key coordinators to specialized assistants and the strength and conditioning staff, every role has been filled.
There is now some renewed optimism that the team could be shifting to a run-focused approach that would take some weight off of Dak Prescott and greatly benefit the entire offensive unit, while the defense will be under new direction with stars littered throughout the roster.
