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Per Tom Pelissero, the 49ers have hired Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense, filling the post left by Gus Bradley after he followed Robert Saleh to Tennessee. Eberflus, 55, was the Dallas Cowboys’ defensive coordinator in 2025 after leading the Chicago Bears as head coach from 2022–2024, with Raheem Morris remaining as the 49ers’ defensive coordinator.
The San Francisco 49ers have hired Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense. He previously served as the Colts’ defensive coordinator (2018–2021), Bears head coach (2022–2024), and Cowboys defensive coordinator last season, and will work with Raheem Morris to run San Francisco’s defense. His mix of results—solid Colts defense, Bears struggles, Cowboys linebackers’ development—suggests a focus on sharpening the linebacking corps and possibly adding interior pass-rush help this offseason, with implications for the roster around star linebacker Fred Warner and recent draft picks.
The 49ers hired Matt Eberflus as assistant head coach of defense to replace Gus Bradley; a former Bears head coach and recent defensive coordinator with mixed results, he’ll work with Raheem Morris and won’t call plays as the team rebuilds its defensive staff after Robert Saleh’s departure.
The Dallas Cowboys have officially fired their defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after a season of underwhelming defensive performance, signaling a coaching change as they aim to meet higher expectations on the field, while maintaining strong profits off the field.
The Dallas Cowboys have parted ways with defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus after a poor defensive season that contributed to missing the playoffs, marking the fourth coaching change in that role in four years, with the team seeking a long-term solution for their defense in 2026.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones defends Matt Eberflus amid defensive struggles, emphasizing that the issues are rooted in long-term decisions and broader organizational factors, not solely Eberflus' coaching. The team plans a comprehensive review of their defensive approach as they prepare for a significant offseason to improve their performance.
Jerry Jones expressed disappointment with the Dallas Cowboys' poor defensive performance this season and indicated that changes, possibly including replacing defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, are likely to improve the team's defense, which has been among the worst in the league in yards and points allowed.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones acknowledged underachievement in the 2025 season, discussed the potential coaching changes including Matt Eberflus' future, and expressed optimism about quarterback Dak Prescott despite missing the playoffs and facing a possible second consecutive losing season.
Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus is moving to the coaching booth to call plays for the remaining three games of the 2025 NFL season, aiming to improve the team's struggling defense with a new perspective and better communication, as they seek to turn their season around.
The Dallas Cowboys are considering trading for Miami Dolphins pass rusher Bradley Chubb to improve their struggling defense, but even with this addition, it is unlikely to save head coach Matt Eberflus's job, as the team still needs significant help in the secondary and linebacker positions.
Despite a poor start to the season with the Cowboys' defense ranking last in yards allowed, owner Jerry Jones remains confident in defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, praising his experience and resilience, and indicating no plans for a coaching change.
Dallas Cowboys fans are frustrated with the team's poor defensive performance under first-year defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus, but owner Jerry Jones is unlikely to fire him midseason due to his history of giving coaches time to improve, despite calls for change after recent disastrous games.
The Dallas Cowboys are struggling defensively and may consider firing defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus. Potential replacements include Al Harris, known for developing top secondary players; Ken Norton Jr., a seasoned coach with Super Bowl experience; and Aaron Whitecotton, who has a strong track record in coaching defensive lines. These candidates could help improve the team's defense, especially if Eberflus is replaced mid-season or in the offseason.
After a close loss to the Panthers, Cowboys coach Schottenheimer defended defensive coordinator Eberflus, emphasizing effort and coaching, despite ongoing defensive struggles including high rushing yards and points allowed, and questioning whether the players believe in the system.
Dallas Cowboys' defensive struggles under Matt Eberflus have worsened after the Giants bench Russell Wilson, highlighting issues with their scheme and personnel, and raising questions about Eberflus's future if performance doesn't improve against upcoming opponents.