Mike McCarthy's tenure as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys has officially come to an end, following a mutual agreement with owner Jerry Jones to part ways. This marks a significant moment for a franchise that has not secured a Super Bowl title in nearly three decades, last winning the championship in 1995. Jones praised McCarthy for his leadership through challenging times, despite the team finishing the season with a disappointing 7-10 record.

During his three years with the Cowboys, McCarthy led the team to a 12-5 record in each of his first three seasons but faced struggles in the playoffs, failing to progress beyond the divisional round. With McCarthy's contract expiring on January 8, the Cowboys are now on the hunt for a new head coach. Among potential candidates is Deion Sanders, current coach at the University of Colorado and a former player on the last Cowboys Super Bowl-winning team. Sanders and Jones have maintained a good rapport, which could open the door for an interview.