Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer continues to have the support of team ownership despite the team’s disappointing 2-4 start to the 2026 season.
Executive vice president Stephen Jones publicly backed Schottenheimer on Monday following Dallas’ 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers, which marked the Cowboys’ second consecutive defeat. Through 23 games as head coach, Schottenheimer has a 9-13-1 record, but the organization remains confident he can help turn the season around.
The public support comes as Dallas searches for answers on both sides of the ball. The Cowboys have struggled defensively throughout the season, while their offense has also experienced a significant decline over the past two games.
Stephen Jones expresses confidence in Cowboys’ head coach
Jones made it clear that the Cowboys’ ownership remains behind Schottenheimer despite the team’s recent results. The organization believes the coaching staff can make the necessary adjustments and help the roster perform at a higher level.
“Absolutely. There’s not any question in Jerry’s and I’s mind,” Jones said Monday on 105.3 The Fan in Dallas. “We feel really good, about our coaching staff. We just have to continue to evolve and get to a point where we can win these football games.”
Schottenheimer, meanwhile, said his attention remains on improving the team rather than seeking public endorsements from ownership. He acknowledged that Dallas has not met expectations but believes the players have the ability to respond.
“Certainly not good enough. We’re disappointed with where we’re at. We know we need to play better,” Schottenheimer said Monday. “And I think at the end of the day, we’ve got the right guys to do that.”
The Cowboys’ next opportunity comes against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football. Both teams enter the matchup with 2-4 records, giving Dallas a chance to respond against a division rival.
Cowboys’ offense must rebound after consecutive losses
Dallas’ offensive struggles have contributed to its recent slide. The Cowboys have scored just 29 points over their last two games, while quarterback Dak Prescott has thrown four interceptions during that span.
The running game has also struggled, ranking 30th in the NFL with 456 rushing yards through six games. Against Green Bay, Prescott averaged 4.8 yards per pass attempt, and the Packers limited the impact of wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens.
Schottenheimer, who calls the offensive plays, acknowledged the recent performances have fallen short but remains confident in the unit’s potential.
“In terms of changes, no, we’re going to get back to work and we’ll figure it out,” Schottenheimer said. “We have great trust in our offense. I’m not concerned about our offense.”
The Cowboys need to improve their protection against pressure, establish a more effective rushing attack and avoid falling behind early. Those adjustments could help Prescott and the passing game operate more efficiently instead of being forced into predictable situations.
Eagles game presents important test for Dallas
The Cowboys have an opportunity to regain momentum over the coming weeks, with four of their next five opponents like Philadelphia, Arizona, Indianapolis and Tennessee entering the week with a combined 7-17 record. Dallas will also face the undefeated San Francisco 49ers on Nov. 15.
However, the schedule offers little comfort if the Cowboys cannot correct their mistakes. The Eagles game is the immediate priority, and Schottenheimer knows his team must improve in every phase.
“I’ll never not take accountability for the fact that we’re 2-4,” Schottenheimer said. “We’ve got to play better. We’ve got to coach better and it needs to start this week against Philadelphia.”
Schottenheimer’s record has placed the Cowboys under pressure, but Jones’ comments indicate that ownership is not ready to abandon its head coach after six games this season. The focus now shifts to whether Dallas can turn that confidence into results.
