Right here’s a growth that solely all people in the complete universe noticed coming: the Dallas Cowboys are requesting permission to interview Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kellen Moore for his or her head coach opening.
This a lot in accordance with a report from NFL insider Adam Schefter.
Dialogue of Moore touchdown in Dallas has been heating up because the Cowboys and Mike McCarthy parted methods earlier this week.
Moore’s ties to the Cowboys are apparent however we’ll listing them once more right here anyway. He was a quarterback for them from 2015-2017 earlier than transitioning to the teaching employees. Moore was the Cowboys’ quarterbacks coach in 2018 earlier than being promoted to offensive coordinator and serving in that position from 2019 by way of 2022.
The Cowboys then “mutually parted methods” with Moore, who spent one yr because the Los Angeles Chargers’ OC earlier than touchdown in Philly because the Eagles’ play-caller in 2024.
Kellen Moore was requested about his curiosity within the Cowboys’ HC opening.
“Clearly, I spent a number of time there. 8 years there. Have loads of relationships about that place. I adore it right here, I’ve had a lot enjoyable right here, it’s been a very enjoyable course of. And we’re in a very particular…
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) January 14, 2025
Given the Eagles’ inconsistency on offense, some won’t be so unhappy to see Moore go away if he will get a head teaching job. Along with interviewing with Dallas, he’s additionally been requested by the New Orleans Saints and Jacksonville Jaguars. UPDATE: Moore will reportedly interview with the Jags on Friday and the Saints on Saturday. Moore will reportedly interview with the Cowboys “sooner or later this weekend.”
However the Eagles having one more new offensive coordinator — their fourth in 4 years — in 2025 doesn’t appear ultimate. Additionally, Moore beforehand had Dak Prescott taking part in at a fairly excessive stage. It’s fairly potential they’re a great match collectively.
On the very least, we all know there’s an opportunity Moore received’t be again with the Eagles in 2024. We’ll simply have to attend and see if he really will get employed away or not.
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