Cowboys fans should take Mike McCarthy praise with a grain of salt

The recent Mike McCarthy admiration likely won't be taken into consideration in the offseason.

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Despite the Dallas Cowboys suffering a crushing 41-7 defeat by the Philadelphia Eagles, who were without their starting quarterback, the Cowboys ownership and players have remained steadfast in their support for head coach Mike McCarthy.

Jerry Jones and Dak Prescott, in particular, have voiced their backing. However, Cowboys fans should take this praise with a grain of salt and Jerry Jones must not let this prevent him from considering a new head coach.

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Prescott and his teammates understand the possibility of McCarthy returning next season and know that negative comments about the coaching staff could harm the team’s chances for success and especially hinder the team’s growth during the offseason.

They are fully aware of the weight their words carry, especially as members of one of the most scrutinized sports teams in the world.

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This isn't a shot at Mike McCarthy; he is a very good coach, and Prescott and Jerry Jones were certainly truthful in their comments. For Prescott, McCarthy has taken his career to new heights.

However, this doesn't mean the Cowboys shouldn't consider moving on from McCarthy. There are certainly better coaches available and potential roster improvements that could enhance the Cowboys' chances moving forward.

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