The Dallas Cowboys' decision to appoint Brian Schottenheimer as head coach has sparked controversy, particularly with Hall of Famer Michael Irvin. Schottenheimer, previously the Cowboys' offensive coordinator, takes the helm after the departure of Mike McCarthy. While Schottenheimer has held offensive coordinator positions with the Jets, Rams, and Seahawks, this marks his first head coaching role.

Irvin, a three-time Super Bowl champion with the Cowboys, publicly expressed his disappointment with the decision, advocating instead for Deion Sanders. In a YouTube video, Irvin questioned Jerry Jones' choice, emphasizing his belief that Sanders would have been a better fit. He highlighted the current success of NFC East rivals, the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders, who are competing in the NFC Championship, a stage the Cowboys haven't reached in three decades.

Irvin voiced concerns about the Cowboys losing ground in the NFC, suggesting the team needed a significant change to revitalize its performance and reconnect with a fanbase that has largely not experienced a championship. He argued that a fresh perspective, like Sanders', was necessary to shake things up. He also pointed to the Kansas City Chiefs' recent dominance, expressing worry that the Cowboys' legacy is being overshadowed.

While the extent of discussions between the Cowboys and Sanders remains unclear, Sanders has affirmed his commitment to the University of Colorado's football program. The Cowboys now move forward with Schottenheimer at the helm, leaving fans and figures like Irvin to ponder what might have been.