"Jerry Jones is incompetent": NFL fans react as rumors link HC Mike McCarthy after Cowboys firing

The Dallas Cowboys parted ways with head coach Mike McCarthy on Monday. NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported that the two sides couldn't agree on contract length, ending McCarthy's five-year Dallas journey.

NFL fans blasted Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' decision-making. The social media storm gained momentum as ESPN reported both the Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints showed interest in McCarthy.

McCarthy's Cowboys tenure tells a complex story. He steered Dallas to three straight 12-5 seasons from 2021-23. The 2024 campaign started rough, hitting rock bottom with a Houston Texans blowout that dropped them to 3-7.

The team showed resilience under McCarthy's leadership. Despite mounting injuries to key starters, they won four of their final seven games. Yet their season ended with a 41-7 defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Fans unleashed their frustration at Jones' handling of the situation, questioning his leadership as owner.

"Jerry Jones is incompetent," one user said

"Jerry is asleep at the wheel again," another added.

"Good luck finding a better coach that will also tolerate Jerry," another said.

Other supporters speculated about hidden agendas, mixing skepticism with curiosity about Jones' next move.

"Hmmm…. What's Jerry got up his sleeve?" one fan wrote.

"Jerry actually looking for someone else?" another said.

"Mike is not the problem," another added.

Bears and Saints eye Mike McCarthy as Cowboys search for 10th head coach

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The coaching market moves swiftly. Chicago previously requested to interview Mike McCarthy while under contract, but Dallas blocked the attempt. The Bears and Saints have clear paths to pursue the Super Bowl-winning coach.

Chicago specifically wants McCarthy's experience to guide potential quarterback Caleb Williams. Meanwhile, the Cowboys face challenges in attracting top talent. Jones's management style raises red flags for candidates.

The next Cowboys coach inherits a roster featuring aging quarterback Dak Prescott, Micah Parsons and CeeDee Lamb. However, the job comes with unique pressures. The practice facility doubles as a tourist spot, with fans watching daily workouts.

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson already views Dallas' entertainment-focused culture as problematic. Jones' weekly radio appearances and press conferences create constant media scrutiny. These factors might deter prime coaching candidates as Dallas searches for its 10th head coach.