After Dallas' 23-19, last-second home defeat against the Washington Commanders (12-5) that ran their 2024 overall record to 7-10, both Jones and McCarthy, especially McCarthy, made it apparent that they're both leaning toward keeping their union intact going forward.

ARLINGTON, Texas — Mike McCarthy says he “absolutely” wants to return as the coach of the Dallas Cowboys. Jerry Jones has dropped multiple hints that McCarthy would be back, but the team owner was far from definitive about McCarthy's future after a 23-19 loss to Washington on Sunday closed out a 7-10 season.

As Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy's job status remains uncertain, owner Jerry Jones continues to place his trust in McCarthy, whose contract