Adding a little levity to the situation, a “things could actually be worse” look at the Cowboys’ coaching search. | From @BenGrimaldi

After teasing bigger names in brighter lights, Jerry Jones ultimately hired low-key assistant Brian Schottenheimer under the cover of night.

Things have felt bleak in Dallas for over a year, and the way that Schottenheimer came to power leaves many scratching their heads. | From @KDDrummondNFL

Cowboys are hiring offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach, Jerrry Jones tells ESPN. “Brian Schottenheimer is known as a career assistant,” Jones said. “He ain’t Brian no more. He is now known as the head coach of the Dallas Cowboys.” pic.twitter.com/JtGoltP1mC

The Dallas Cowboys are hiring offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

The Dallas Cowboys have a new head coach, Brian Schottenheimer. However, was this move a sign of desperation by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones?

Dallas has promoted Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Scottenheimer to be the franchise's 10th head coach -- and the ninth under Jones' ownership that began in 1989 -- the team announced Friday night.

With the Cowboys officially locking up their new head coach, this NFL insider reveals why Jerry Jones hired Brian Schottenheimer.

But not this time. No, Jerry Jones wanted to sneak the announcement of Brian Schottenheimer being named the franchise’s 10th head coach under the radar, leaking the word just before 9:45 pm eastern on a Friday night.

The Dallas Cowboys are still searching for a new head coach, and they are currently looking at former Seahawks HC Peter Caroll.

Jerry Jones' search to replace Mike McCarthy didn't take him far. The Cowboys are hiring Brian Schottenheimer as their new head coach.