As the Dallas Cowboys approach the end of the regular season, head coach Mike McCarthy and owner Jerry Jones face significant decisions regarding the team's future. With 22 players heading towards unrestricted free agency, including key veterans like Zack Martin, DeMarcus Lawrence, and Brandin Cooks, the Cowboys' roster could see considerable changes. The contracts of these players will void, with Martin considering retirement while Lawrence and Cooks express a desire to continue playing.
The coaching staff, including defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer, also lacks contracts for the upcoming season, adding to the uncertainty. The Cowboys have not won a Super Bowl since 1995, and McCarthy's performance, with just one playoff victory in five years, will be scrutinized by Jones.
Free agency presents a volatile landscape for the Cowboys, as cornerback Jourdan Lewis notes the unpredictable nature of the market. With the playoffs out of reach, the focus shifts to how the team will navigate the offseason and the potential departures of significant contributors. The decisions made will hinge on the future of the coaching staff, which could influence the retention of backup quarterbacks Cooper Rush and Trey Lance, as well as running back Rico Dowdle.
