Looks like the Dallas Cowboys just saved the Chicago Bears from a potential coaching disaster. As the Bears’ coaching search drags on, they reportedly tried to snatch Mike McCarthy from Jerry Jones’ grip. But not so fast!
NFL fans couldn’t help but react — some relieved, others amused at the thought of McCarthy ending up in Chicago.
Mike McCarthy’s Bears Move Blocked: Fans React to Jerry Jones’ Bold Denial
The Bears’ hopes of poaching McCarthy have just been dashed. Jones, the Cowboys’ ever-vigilant owner, denied permission for McCarthy to interview with the Bears, putting a hold on any speculation about the Super Bowl-winning coach heading to the Windy City.
As expected, NFL fans had plenty to say about the unexpected turn of events. Some fans were thankful, with one saying, “Lucky for Bears fans.”
Others were less kind, suggesting that McCarthy’s move would have been more disaster than solution. “The Cowboys are saving the Bears from disaster anyway,” one quipped.
The cowboys are saving the bears from disaster anyway
— ISLNDZ | Charles (@Islndzz) January 8, 2025
Another fan playfully added, “Jerry needs his bottle friend to stay in Dallas,” pointing to McCarthy’s long-standing relationship with the Cowboys’ owner.
Jerry needs his bottle friend to stay in Dallas
— Matt (@Panthersfan2025) January 8, 2025
However, not everyone was thrilled.
One fan commented, “Idk which is worse the Bears trying to interview him or the Cowboys denying it.”
A few fans felt that this could be another setback for both franchises. “Jerry Jones making sure there won’t be a Cowboys Super Bowl till he dies,” one fan lamented, showing frustration over the Cowboys’ stagnant postseason results.
On the other hand, some fans felt the decision was a blessing. “Thank you, Lord,” one commenter cheered, likely glad that McCarthy would remain in Dallas, where his impressive coaching record keeps the team competitive.
McCarthy’s track record with the Cowboys speaks for itself, though.
McCarthy’s Steady Leadership Keeps the Team Competitive
McCarthy’s coaching record with the Cowboys might not get him any playoff gold stars, but it’s far from a disaster. Over five seasons, he’s put together a respectable 49-35 record, with three straight 12-5 finishes and two NFC East titles. But, of course, the plot twist: those two rough years came when Dak Prescott was sidelined with injuries.
Dallas’ Offense+ ranking by season under McCarthy and Prescott’s games played.
- 2020: 75.6 (C), 23rd | five games played
- 2021: 85.1 (B), eighth | 16 games played
- 2022: 80.2 (B-), seventh | 12 games played
- 2023: 84.1 (B), fourth | 17 games played
- 2024: 68.5 (D+), 23rd | eight games played
Before the Cowboys, McCarthy’s name was etched in Green Bay lore, snagging Super Bowl 45 with veteran QB Aaron Rodgers leading. Yes, the team’s postseason dreams are still on pause, but McCarthy’s consistency sure keeps them competitive.
While critics love to rip him apart for the playoff fails, he’s kept the Cowboys’ ship sailing, and that’s more than some can say for other franchises.
McCarthy’s contract is up on Jan. 14, meaning that the Cowboys only have the right to refuse for so long unless they extend McCarthy themselves. After that, they will have to compete with the broader league to retain McCarthy, if they so choose, though Jones has hinted that McCarthy’s future with the team is decided, whether that means he is in or out.