Cowboys fire DC Matt Eberflus after one season in Dallas

The Dallas Cowboys have dismissed defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after a single season, as reported by NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. Eberflus' removal follows a season where the Cowboys' defense ranked 30th in the league, allowing an average of 377 yards per game, and finished last in points allowed at 30.1 per game. Despite a strong offensive performance, the team's overall record was 7-9-1, missing the playoffs.

Eberflus faced challenges from the start, including the absence of star defender Micah Parsons, who was traded to the Green Bay Packers just before the 2025 season amid contract disputes. In an effort to bolster the defense, the Cowboys acquired Quinnen Williams from the Jets mid-season, temporarily improving their performance with a three-game win streak. However, defensive struggles resurfaced, culminating in losses to the Lions, Vikings, and Chargers, which dashed the team's postseason hopes.

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