5 days ago · Mike Zimmer will not be returning as the defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys in 2025, and will most likely retire.

Michael Zimmer (born June 5, 1956) is an American football coach who most recently served as the defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). He previously served as head coach of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings from 2014 to 2021.

3 days ago · Dallas will need to find a new defensive coordinator for 2025, too. Mike Zimmer told Ed Werder that he would not return to the Cowboys and would likely retire. Mike Zimmer tells me that he will not be returning to the #Cowboys as a member of Brian Schottenheimer’s coaching staff and will likely retire from coaching in the NFL.

4 days ago · "The truth,'' Mike Zimmer tells us with a laugh, "is that I've wanted to be the next head coach of the Dallas Cowboys for 25 years.'' FRISCO - Just a few days ago, Mike Zimmer, the Dallas Cowboys ...

5 days ago · It was reported on Sunday by Ed Werder that Zimmer will not be a part of Brian Schottenheimer’s staff with the Cowboys in 2025, and that he is likely retiring from the NFL at large. Mike Zimmer ...

5 days ago · Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer will not have Mike Zimmer running the defense for him in 2025. Zimmer told Ed Werder of ESPN that he will not be returning to Dallas for a second season. Zimmer said that he will likely retire from coaching. This was Zimmer’s second stint with the Cowboys.

Feb 8, 2024 · Mike Zimmer, who was a longtime assistant/position coach in Dallas at the turn of the century, has agreed to terms on a new contract that will see him take over the role of defensive coordinator — per multiple reports that include NFL.com — a seat vacated by the departure of Dan Quinn to the Washington Commanders.

Mike Zimmer system 'breeds productive linebackers' The assistant coaches for the Dallas Cowboys were on-hand for the media on Wednesday, as praise for Trey Lance, Marshawn Kneeland and the linebacker room were all given.

Sep 2, 2024 · Former Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer filled the role for Dallas, and will be tasked with helping the Cowboys get over the hump.

Jan 14, 2025 · Mike McCarthy is out as the Dallas Cowboys' head coach. And he's not the only big name who could be leaving Jerry Jones' team, as defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer is open to all options moving ...