The Dallas Cowboys finally got the man to coach their defense by looking to their past. Jerry Jones might have chosen comfort by hiring Mike Zimmer as his defensive coordinator, but that doesn’t make it a bad decision.
Zimmer is an excellent defensive coach who has a history of getting the most out of his best players. At every stop where he’s been the DC or head coach, Zimmer’s had elite players who have been among the best in the league at their respective positions.
In Dallas, the veteran coach will have a bevy of top-tier talent to work with on defense. The Cowboys had two defensive MVP candidates in 2023 and get back another All-Pro in cornerback Trevon Diggs for the upcoming year. There’s a lot for Zimmer to work with, and the DC has gotten great results from his players in the past.