3 Candidates the Dallas Cowboys Should Consider for Defensive Coordinator

Sept 26, 2010; Houston, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips (right) talks to safety Gerald Sensabaugh (43) during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium. The Cowboys won 27-13. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Campbell-USA TODAY Sports

Late last night it was reported by Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News that Dallas Cowboys Defensive Coordinator will not be returning for the Dallas Cowboys in 2021. As one of the worst defenses in the NFL this season, much of the criticism for the poor play has fallen at the feet of the defensive coordinator. And as the report indicates, the Cowboys will be looking for a solution to its defensive woes in the coming offseason.

So in addition to all of the areas they’ll seek to improve on the defensive side of the football, they’ll be shopping for a new defensive coordinator to add to the mix. So let’s look at three names who could be options for the Dallas Cowboys this spring.