Head coach Tom Landry of the Dallas Cowboys watches from the sideline during a game in the 1988 season. Tom Landry coached the Cowboys from 1960 to 1988, leading them to two Super Bowl victories. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr./Getty Images)
The Dallas Cowboys changes on the date in history in 1989. The team's new owner was Jerry Jones and he wanted to make his own mark so he fired legendary coach Tom Landry February 26, 1989. Landry had been the only coach the Cowboys ever had and he was there for 29 years. After a slow start, the Cowboys reeled of twenty straight winning seasons and won two Super Bowls on their way to becoming nick-named America's Team.
Along the way they were glamorous and played their way into 12 NFC Championship games in 17 years. In the days before we could access any team or any game on our TV's, we were limited to whatever the networks offered and they loved to air Cowboys games. The Cowboys on TV meant ratings!
So today, we will do Dallas Cowboys coaching trivia on Craig Shemon and Company on ESPN Southwest Florida. Good luck!
DALLAS COWBOYS COACHING TRIVIA
- TOM LANDRY COACHED AN NFL RECORD 29 STRAIGHT YEARS WITH THE COWBOYS. CURLY LAMBEAU ALSO COACHED 29 YEARS WITH THE PACKERS. WHO HAS THE SECOND LONGEST STREAK AT 26 YEARS WITH THE SAME TEAM? DON SHULA
- TOM LANDRY HAD 20 CONSECUTIVE WINNING SEASONS WITH THE COWBOYS. WHO HAS THE NEXT LONGEST STREAK? BILL BELICHICK 19
- HOW MANY SUPER BOWLS DID LANDRY WIN AS THE COWBOYS COACH? 2
- TOM LANDRY’S COACHING TREE INCLUDED THIS SUPER BOWL WINNER WITH THE CHICAGO BEARS? MIKE DITKA
- WHERE WAS JIMMY JOHNSON THE HEAD COACH WHEN HE TOOK THE COWBOYS JOB? MIAMI HURRICANES
- WHO TOOK OVER FOR JIMMY JOHNSON? BARRY SWITZER
- SINCE BARRY SWITZER, TWO FORMER SUPER BOWL WINNING COACHES HAVE COACHED THE COWBOYS BUT DID NOT WIN IN DALLAS. NAME THEM? BILL PARCELLS AND MIKE MCARTHY
- THIS FORMER COWBOYS COACH IS A BROADCASTER ON NBC? JASON GARRETT
- WHAT TEAM DID JIMMY JOHNSON COACH AFTER HE LEFT THE COWBOYS? DOLPHINS
- WHERE WAS MIKE MCCARTHY THE OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR BEFORE TAKING THE PACKERS JOB? 49ERS
5 NFL Teams That Will Look Very Different in 2024
Football is the kind of sport that isn't very forgiving when it comes to having time to turn things around. If a coach or staffers aren't working out in a very short period of time, fans and owners usually move on quickly. I get it. There is a lot at stake. But, that said, each year, several NFL teams end up looking very different from what they did the year prior. The upcoming 2024 season is shaping up to be one of those seasons. So, let's get into some NFL teams that will look very different in 2024.
Before I get into the list, I want to point out one of the main reasons why so many teams will look different in 2024 than they did in 2023. Lots of head coaches are changing. Believe it or not, the NFL is replacing a quarter of its head coaches in 2024. That's so wacky. But, it should make for some really exciting games coming up. I'm not one to wish away the spring and summer, but fall can't get here fast enough.
One team that I'm not including on this list, and one that might draw controversy, is the New England Patriots. They will be entering their first year without longstanding head coach Bill Belichick. So, why wouldn't they be a team that's going to look vastly different next season? Well, they're bringing on Jerod Mayo, who is totally in the family. He's been with the Patriots for years. Robert Kraft promoted the former Patriots star from within, much like former player Dan Campbell was given the head coaching role with the Detroit Lions. So, yeah, not too different, in my opinion.
Here are five NFL teams that will look vastly different in 2024. Which teams are you going to be watching next season? Hit us up on social media and let us know. Find the 2024 NFL schedule here.
5. Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks are headed for a major makeover, especially when it comes to their defense. They've brought on Mike Macdonald, who is the former defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens. Seattle's defense is going to improve greatly with him in charge, and they could look like a different team.
4. Los Angeles Chargers
It's happening. Jim Harbaugh is back in the NFL. Why? He's very motivated to get a Super Bowl. He's fresh off a national championship win with the Wolverines, to boot. He also has a great quarterback in Justin Herbert. Other than Herbert, though, expect some big changes here.
3. Carolina Panthers
For the Carolina Panthers, there's really nowhere to go but up. Now, the team has a new head coach (again) in Dave Canales. He's a great fit for them, but he has a lot of work to do. Expect major changes. He bring experience from his time with the Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
2. Las Vegas Raiders
The Las Vegas Raiders let go of their coach, Josh McDaniels, before the season was even finished, because yes, things were that bad. Antonio Pierce was a bit of a hero and helped Las Vegas come back at the end of last season. He's now their new head coach, and he'll have to make a lot of changes to get this team to where they need to be.
1. Washington Commanders
The Washington Commanders have been hurting lately, so Dan Quinn to the rescue. He helped take the Falcons to Super Bowl 51, so he has experience. He's also working to make some big changes going into the next season, and yes, they will need them if they want to be competitive.
Bonus
So, what teams will not look any different in 2024? It's a safe bet that the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers will try to stay with what's been working for them. The Ravens will look different, with a new defensive coordinator. Also, the Eagles will look different this year, although they're keeping the core of their team, being their head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts.
