The torches and pitchforks came out after the Dallas Cowboys failed to win the Wild Card game and crashed out of the playoffs. Blame was widely spread, but one of the most frequent targets was head coach Mike McCarthy. The team just did not look ready for the game, and McCarthy himself described the players as “nervous” prior to the start. Given that preparation and setting the tone is definitely under the purview of the head coach, his statement just added fuel to the fire. There was disappointment from some when Jerry Jones announced McCarthy was secure for 2022 as they were hoping for a replacement.
Don’t assume Sean Payton is eager to become the Cowboys’ head coach
