FRISCO, Texas — Entering his second season as head coach, Brian Schottenheimer says he feels more comfortable and confident leading the Dallas Cowboys after spending the offseason evaluating every aspect of his first year.
Schottenheimer highlighted improvements in his involvement across all three phases of the game, while emphasizing that Dallas must improve its turnover margin after finishing last season at minus-nine.
Ball security has become a major offseason focus, with coaches implementing additional drills and fundamentals designed to reduce costly mistakes.
The Cowboys are also leaning on former All-Pro tackle Tyron Smith to mentor young offensive linemen, while special teams performance could be a deciding factor for players competing for the final roster spots.
Schottenheimer praised the development of several young players, including quarterback Joe Milton III, and expressed optimism about the versatility and improvement of Dallas’ defense heading into training camp.
Above all, Schottenheimer said building relationships and a strong locker-room culture remains a top priority as the Cowboys prepare for the 2026 season.
