Cowboys fire defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after one season

Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus of the Dallas Cowboys makes adjustments during the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on Sep. 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus of the Dallas Cowboys makes adjustments during the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on Sep. 14, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. Photo credit Sam Hodde/Getty Images

The Dallas Cowboys have fired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after one season on the job, according to multiple reports.

Eberflus joined the Cowboys ahead of the 2025 season after he was fired as the head coach of the Chicago Bears. The Dallas defense ranked last in NFL this season, allowing an average of 30 points per game.

The Cowboys will be searching for their fourth defensive coordinator in the last four seasons.

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