Can Brian Schottenheimer Become a Difference-Making Head Coach? + Where Does He Rank? | Doin’ Alright

Episode 186: Voch Lombardi and Bryan Broaddus take a deep dive into one of the biggest "what if" scenarios in recent Cowboys history: would Mike McCarthy still be the head coach in Dallas if he had handed play-calling duties over to Brian Schottenheimer? The guys break down McCarthy's strengths and shortcomings, discuss how coaching ego can impact team success, and debate whether Dallas missed an opportunity by not empowering Schottenheimer sooner. They also examine the impressive coaching talent that came through the Cowboys organization and why several former Dallas assistants have gone on to become NFL head coaches.

Later, the conversation shifts to Brian Schottenheimer's future as the Cowboys' leader. Voch and Bryan discuss why Schottenheimer's greatest strength may not be play-calling, but rather leadership, staff building, and creating the right culture. The guys compare Schottenheimer to coaches around the league, debate whether he'd be their choice over Kellen Moore as a head coach, and explore where he currently ranks among the NFL's top coaching minds. It's a fascinating conversation about leadership, accountability, coaching philosophy, and what it will take for Dallas to finally take the next step.

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