Bears want to interview Mike McCarthy while Jerry Jones remains silent

If Mike McCarthy wants to move on from the Dallas Cowboys, he will have the opportunity with one job interview lined up.

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy walks on the field during the second half against the Washington Commanders. / Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Mike McCarthy's future with the Dallas Cowboys remains up in the air, but he will have employment opportunities if he chooses to leave Big D.

With Jerry Jones dragging his feet on a decision, the Chicago Bears have reached out to Dallas to interview McCarthy.

Dallas Cowboys special teams coach John Fassel and head coach Mike McCarthy in the tunnel befiore game against the Dallas Cowboys. / Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

"Chicago Bears have sought permission to interview Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy and are awaiting a response from Dallas, sources tell me and [Todd Archer," Adam Schefter wrote.

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"If the Cowboys don’t allow permission this week, the Bears could interview McCarthy after his exclusive negotiating window with Dallas expires Jan. 14."

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy on the sidelines against the Philadelphia Eagles. / Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

It would certainly be an interesting twist to the McCarthy saga and could give Dallas a way out without burning any bridges.

But, for now, stay tuned, because it is never a dull day in Cowboys Nation.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) talks to head coach Mike McCarthy before the game against the Washington Commanders. / Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

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