By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
BigPaulSportsBigPaulSports
Notification Show More
Latest News
No. 25 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. No. 3 UCLA Bruins Highlights | FOX College Hoops
No. 25 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. No. 3 UCLA Bruins Highlights | FOX College Hoops
Game Analysis
Connor McDavid scores in OT to give Canada 3-2 win over USA in 4 Nations Face-Off final
Connor McDavid scores in OT to give Canada 3-2 win over USA in 4 Nations Face-Off final
Game Analysis
Maryland's Sarah Te-Biasu sinks 3-pointer to extend lead against Northwestern
Maryland’s Sarah Te-Biasu sinks 3-pointer to extend lead against Northwestern
Game Analysis
Maryland's Saylor Poffenbarger makes and-1 layup to extend lead against Northwestern
Maryland’s Saylor Poffenbarger makes and-1 layup to extend lead against Northwestern
Game Analysis
Eagles, Titans headline NFL teams that surrendered fewest total yards in 2024
Eagles, Titans headline NFL teams that surrendered fewest total yards in 2024
Game Analysis NFL
Aa
  • Big Paul Sports
  • Services
  • Game Analysis
  • Free Picks
  • Premium Content
  • Registration
  • Member Login
Reading: Cowboys hire Zimmer as DC after uncertainty
Share
Aa
BigPaulSportsBigPaulSports
  • Big Paul Sports
  • Services
  • Game Analysis
  • Free Picks
  • Premium Content
  • Registration
  • Member Login
Search
  • Big Paul Sports
  • Services
  • Game Analysis
  • Free Picks
  • Premium Content
  • Registration
  • Member Login
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
BigPaulSports > Blog > NFL > Cowboys hire Zimmer as DC after uncertainty
NFLSports News

Cowboys hire Zimmer as DC after uncertainty

BigP
Last updated: 2024/02/13 at 4:01 AM
BigP Published February 13, 2024
Share
Cowboys hire Zimmer as DC after uncertainty
SHARE
Feb 12, 2024, 04:54 PM ET

The Cowboys reached agreement Monday with Mike Zimmer to make the former Minnesota Vikings coach Dallas’ new defensive coordinator.

“I’m excited and honored to be back with a great organization,” Zimmer told ESPN’s Ed Werder. “I’m thrilled to work with Mike McCarthy, for whom I have had a ton of respect in our NFC North days, and to do anything I can do to help the Joneses and the Cowboys.”

A source had confirmed to ESPN last week that Zimmer was expected to be hired as the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator. But ESPN analyst Rex Ryan, who had talked to the team about the job, said on ESPN’s “Postseason NFL Countdown” on Sunday, “I’m not so sure Zimmer has that job right now. I’m not sure about that. I can honestly say I don’t believe that’s a fact right now.”

And on Monday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the Cowboys had reached back out to Ryan on Sunday about the position.

Editor’s Picks

1 Related

However, Zimmer and the Cowboys agreed to contract terms Monday afternoon. He replaces Dan Quinn, who was hired last week as the Washington Commanders‘ new coach after a three-year run as the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator.

Zimmer, 67, was a Cowboys assistant coach from 1994 to 2006, starting as a defensive assistant, moving to defensive backs in 1995 — the last season for which Dallas won a Super Bowl — and serving as the coordinator from 2000 to 2006 under two different head coaches, Dave Campo (2000-02) and Bill Parcells (2003-06).

From 2014 to 2021, Zimmer was head coach of the Minnesota Vikings, compiling a 74-59-1 record that included three playoff appearances. His time in the NFC North made him more familiar with McCarthy, then the Green Bay Packers‘ coach.

Zimmer is the third defensive coordinator McCarthy will have in five seasons. Mike Nolan handled the job in 2020 but was replaced by Quinn after the Cowboys gave up a franchise-record 473 points. Quinn oversaw a defense that led the NFL in takeaways in 2021 and 2022 while helping the Cowboys to three straight 12-5 seasons and three trips to the playoffs.

ESPN’s Todd Archer contributed to this report.

Sponsored Content

Bet the World Cup in Wager.dm

You Might Also Like

Eagles, Titans headline NFL teams that surrendered fewest total yards in 2024

Cowboys guard Zack Martin retiring after decorated career in Dallas

Kevin Patullo named Philadelphia Eagles OC—Can he unlock Jalen Hurts’ full potential? | First Things First

Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson: Myles Garrett and I ‘would be deadly’ together

BigP February 13, 2024
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print

Follow US

Find US on Social Medias
Facebook Like
Twitter Follow
Youtube Subscribe
Telegram Follow
newsletter featurednewsletter featured

Weekly Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

    Popular News
    Updated NFL Power Rankings: A shake-up in the top 3, plus 2022's defining moments
    NFLSports News

    Updated NFL Power Rankings: A shake-up in the top 3, plus 2022’s defining moments

    BigP BigP December 27, 2022
    Freeze ‘uncomfortable’ as Auburn opens camp
    Sources: Bills extend kicker Bass through 2027
    Hall of Fame coach Dick Vermeil’s second act: Inside his Napa Valley winery
    CFP has Jan. 1 tripleheaders in ’24, ’25 seasons
    - Advertisement -
    Ad imageAd image

    Categories

    • Sports

    About US

    We offer information and tips on US Sports and evernts all over the world.
    Top Categories
    • Game Analysis
    • Free Picks
    • Services
    • Premium Content

    Subscribe US

    Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

      © Foxiz News Network. Ruby Design Company. All Rights Reserved.

      Removed from reading list

      Undo
      Welcome Back!

      Sign in to your account

      Lost your password?