Cowboys DEEP DIVE: End of McCarthy era; Deion Sanders, Saleh & other top HC candidates | Inside Coverage

In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz, Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab go full Christmas Carol as they look into the Dallas Cowboys' past, present and future. The crew start by reacting to the breaking news that Robert Saleh will interview for the vacant head coaching job. Is Saleh the right guy to get the organization over the hump? Next, the hosts step into the Cowboys' past by reflecting on Mike McCarthy’s tenure as head coach. While McCarthy’s regular-season success has been undeniable, the panel debates whether he was truly the coach to break the Cowboys’ playoff drought. Is he the floor raiser Dallas needed, or did the team need someone who could elevate them to the next level?

Moving into the Cowboys' present coaching search, the hosts dissect the latest rumors surrounding potential candidates, including the surprise whispers about Deion Sanders and other possible hires like Kellen Moore and Anthony Lynn. Would Moore, who has a deep connection to the team, be able to guide Dak Prescott to greater heights, or does Dallas need a more seasoned coach with the chops to challenge Jerry Jones’ established culture? Finally, the trio peer into the Cowboys' future and what they would want Jerry to look for in their next coach, from someone who could challenge Jerry's established culture to whether or not the next coach needs previous head coaching experience.

Later, the focus shifts to the NFL playoffs, with a preview of the AFC Divisional Round matchups. The crew gives their thoughts on the Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs, examining how Houston’s defensive line could exploit Kansas City’s weaknesses. The hosts also break down the Baltimore Ravens vs. Buffalo Bills, discussing how Lamar Jackson & Derrick Henry could lead the Ravens past the Bills, despite Lamar’s past playoff struggles.

(1:00) - Robert Saleh interviews for Cowboys HC job

(9:30) - Cowboys' past & the Mike McCarthy era

(23:20) - Cowboys' present: potential head coach candidates

(32:05) - Cowboys' future: what do the Cowboys need out of their next head coach?

(46:00) - Texans @ Chiefs predictions

(47:50) - Ravens @ Bills predictions

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