"New Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer Sets the Record Straight and Aims for Super Bowl Success"

Mike Zimmer, the new defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, refutes the notion that he's a "jerk," stating that most players love playing for him. He emphasizes that players who want to be great appreciate being coached and pushed to improve. Former players, including Vikings safety Harrison Smith and Cowboys safety Darren Woodson, have differing opinions on Zimmer's coaching style, with some describing him as "an acquired taste." Zimmer highlights the success stories of players he has coached, such as Xavier Rhodes, who reached out to express gratitude for Zimmer's tough coaching.