After initial confusion and conflicting reports, the Dallas Cowboys have officially hired Mike Zimmer as their new defensive coordinator. Zimmer, a former Cowboys defensive coordinator from 2000-2006, has agreed to terms with the team. The hiring process was marked by uncertainty and drama, with conflicting statements from various sources, including Rex Ryan and Adam Schefter. Zimmer expressed his excitement to return to Dallas and emphasized the importance of discipline and fundamentals in coaching. The Cowboys will hold a press conference to introduce Zimmer as the new defensive coordinator.
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer’s phone rang during news conference. He looked at who it was. Somebody calling about a job on the staff, he told Mike McCarthy. That process is at forefront of both coaches’ focus. https://t.co/xsQbt2LwZT
“Fundamentals, technique [discipline] — those kinds of things. [Lack of] that is what gets me… grouchy.” — Mike Zimmer doubles down on exactly what he’s demanding of as a coach #Cowboys
New Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer on if he can relate to younger players players with his hardnosed coaching: Great players want to be coached
“The ones that wanna be great, they wanna be coached.” — Mike Zimmer on his approach to coaching players FYI: He’s coached a list of legendary and notable #Cowboys players, so there’s no grain of salt to take with that.
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer said he has a reputation for being a jerk. But since being hired in Dallas, many former players have reached out, congratulating him, wishing him well. “I think if I was such a jerk, I wouldn’t be hearing from those guys.” https://t.co/vkRTqDmnP1
“There’s a reputation out there that I’m a jerk, and I guess it is what it is. But since I signed here, I’ve gotten so many messages [from previous players and coaches] congratulating me.” - Mike Zimmer on his coaching style #Cowboys https://t.co/uuKWUtI9ZX
Mike Zimmer said “there is a reputation I’m a jerk. It is what it is I guess.” Zimmer said he’s heard from former players congratulating him on getting the Cowboys job.
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer said of the coaches in NFC North, Mike McCarthy was one whom he respected the most. Packers were “best team and the most well coached.” McCarthy said Zimmer was his “toughest” team. Zimmer on his scheme in Dallas: “We’re not trying to reinvent the wheel… https://t.co/QTxbUVMg6q
“It feels outstanding. … I’ve always loved Dallas. I’ve always loved the #Cowboys.” - Mike Zimmer on the reunion He says he “hoped” he’d be back one day, and talks about the relationship he’s built with the front office and Mike McCarthy (NFC North + now). Says he had other… https://t.co/JZ34DMmZVN
New Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer: “There was another club talking to me, but this is where I wanted to be.” https://t.co/C5gByFERPR
New Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer on his Dallas return: “It feels outstanding.” Has two grandchildren — twins — who live in area. “I’m excited to be around a little more. …Did I ever think I was going to be back? I don’t know. But I always hoped I would be.” https://t.co/a4lPCyQTy6
Mike Zimmer said he had other opportunities to coach but Dallas was the right place for him. He said he needed the time off because of some personal family tragedies. But he is ready to go.
“We’ve gotta make sure we’re disciplined as a team.” - Mike Zimmer on return to #Cowboys, outlook for defense in 2024 https://t.co/zAyQhWCpOM
“It feels outstanding. … I’ve always loved Dallas. I’ve always loved the #Cowboys.” - Mike Zimmer on the reunion He says he “hoped” he’d be back one day, and talks about the relationship he’s built with the front office and Mike McCarthy (NFC North + now). Says he had no… https://t.co/ROuXWN71mD
Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy on new DC Mike Zimmer: “I think it’s an incredible fit for us.” Zimmer: “I’ve always loved Dallas. I’ve always loved the Cowboys. … I always kinda hoped I would be (back in Dallas). I wanted to be somewhere where I knew people and trusted people.”
Mike #Zimmer ‘Will Fight Your A**!’ #Cowboys Scouting Report on New Coach https://t.co/jwRGPSQcO4 via @DallasCowboysFN https://t.co/uIWnWPwkmt
Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer https://t.co/06htsZDCeH
Tune in LIVE from @TheStarinFrisco as the Dallas Cowboys host a press conference to introduce their new defensive coordinator, Mike Zimmer. https://t.co/ziSiElWgtq
Bill Parcells Reacts To Coach Mike Zimmer Hire: Which #Cowboys Players 'Will Have A Problem'? https://t.co/j6BK8K28h4 via @DallasCowboysFN
Mike Zimmer is in the building here in Dallas. He and the #Cowboys will hold a press conference, with Mike McCarthy in attendance as well, today at 2 pm CT. Related aside: I've spotted Al Harris here as well — working, not packing. 👀🤞🏾 #goodsign
Cowboys to introduce new defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer in Wednesday news conference https://t.co/tnMqLWATI1
SCARED OF 'THE EDGE'? Mike #Zimmer vs. Aden Durde: #Cowboys Scared to ‘Chase Edges’ in Coach Hire? https://t.co/7H0fCxb2Aw via @DallasCowboysFN
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer will be reintroduced to Dallas media at a Wednesday news conference. He and Mike McCarthy to meet with reporters at 2 p.m. Zimmer was first on Cowboys’ staff from 1994 to 2006.
Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer will be reintroduced to Dallas media at a Thursday news conference. He and Mike McCarthy to meet with reporters at 2 p.m. Zimmer was first on Cowboys’ staff from 1994 to 2006.
The Cowboys are having a press conference tomorrow at 2 p.m. with head coach Mike McCarthy to introduce Mike Zimmer as the team’s new defensive coordinator
Mike Zimmer and the #Cowboys will hold a press conference to introduce him as the new defensive coordinator. Date: Wednesday, February 14 Time: 2 pm CT
“Rex Ryan does a lot of unconventional things, Zimmer is sound." @RSherman_25 explains why Mike Zimmer could be a good fit as Cowboys DC https://t.co/2LLrd1xKpx
“Mike Zimmer is not exciting to me.” @RealSkipBayless is skeptical about the Cowboys new defensive coordinator https://t.co/lgYrcCINnN
Cowboys to hire with former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer as defensive coordinator: Source ⤵️ https://t.co/YhZQtiPkfW
What's old is new: The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back former defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer to run a unit that improved under Dan Quinn. https://t.co/x1A5JVej34
Dallas Cowboys to hire Mike Zimmer as new defensive coordinator https://t.co/dHVRUaBcDz
More about the Cowboys adding Mike Zimmer as their defensive coordinator after some uncertainty about his hiring: https://t.co/dndDl4eQRp
ZIMMER SPEAKS Mike Zimmer's First Comments: 'I'll Do Anything To Help the #Cowboys!' Says New Coach https://t.co/galfuZ9hna via @DallasCowboysFN
The Mike Zimmer deal with Cowboys is finally done, per sources
Cowboys hire Mike Zimmer after Rex Ryan-Adam Schefter drama https://t.co/gLLaq17xd4 https://t.co/Z6fIGTmSlC
NEWS: The Cowboys have agreed to terms with former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer to make him their defensive coordinator, a source confirms to The Athletic. Details and analysis from @jonmachota, @SaadYousuf126 and @jeffphowe: https://t.co/YhZQtiPkfW
Report: Mike Zimmer’s deal with Cowboys now done. https://t.co/WDrEjZDSWM
Thoughts on Mike Zimmer becoming Dallas Cowboys’ next defensive coordinator https://t.co/aWHb5j2z7N
The Cowboys have hired former Vikings HC Mike Zimmer as their new Defensive Coordinator, Zimmer told ESPN's @WerderEdESPN. https://t.co/aYJP52XYAu
So, yes, the #Cowboys and Mike Zimmer have officially agreed to terms after several days of negotiations. He is flying in to Dallas this week and there will possibly be a press conference following his arrival — which is TBD. Zimmer is back. We move.
#Cowboys OFFICIAL: Mike Zimmer Agrees to Coordinator Contract: Tracker https://t.co/AjO7q3GsvI via @DallasCowboysFN
It’s Official! Mike Zimmer and the Cowboys agree to terms, the ex-Vikings head coach is the new defensive coordinator in Dallas, per @TomPelissero. https://t.co/HsdGzZ44cC
Former Vikings HC Mike Zimmer has agreed to a deal with the Cowboys become their new defensive coordinator, per @TomPelissero. Zimmer was previously the Cowboys' DC from 2000-2006. https://t.co/UDp9oSUDG5
Mike Zimmer is expected to be in Dallas this week, officially joining the Cowboys as their new defensive coordinator, two people familiar with situation said. Jerry Jones was in Las Vegas for Super Bowl. That slowed contract talks but didn’t change Zimmer’s standing as DC pick.
It is official... Mike Zimmer is the newest Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator. https://t.co/7fa7qyaheV https://t.co/AyGRvz35ls
Mike Zimmer, Cowboys agree to terms to make ex-Vikings head coach team's new defensive coordinator, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/mlcGXzOu7s https://t.co/mnIh53ExHe
Cowboys hire Mike Zimmer as their new Defensive Coordinator, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/o69tl4MD20
Mike Zimmer's Cowboys deal not finalized, Rex Ryan still in running. 👀 https://t.co/ldpc3CAnYQ https://t.co/xEya6WpHYD
The Cowboys and Mike Zimmer have officially agreed to terms to make him their new DC, per @TomPelissero https://t.co/86CjYXgLhU
The #Cowboys and Mike Zimmer have agreed to terms. Dallas has its new DC. https://t.co/b1WCTo7Njp
Report: Mike Zimmer's deal isn't done in Dallas; Cowboys have reached out again to Rex Ryan https://t.co/MD5HYQUnEo
Adam Schefter walks back Mike Zimmer-Cowboys report after Rex Ryan callout https://t.co/1UKRGzgvgD https://t.co/BwcN2abuwx
REX ON THE REBOUND? #Cowboys 'Reach Back Out To #RexRyan' As Mike Zimmer Hire Stalls - ESPN Report https://t.co/LRM4OAzWVa via @DallasCowboysFN
SILLY 'SECRET' #Cowboys 'Secret': Mike Zimmer To Be Hired as Head Coach When McCarthy's Fired? https://t.co/8nOYiLeiWL via @DallasCowboysFN
ZIM ZIGGING, #COWBOYS ZAGGING? Source Reveals #DallasCowboys Holdup In Hiring of Coach Mike Zimmer; #RexRyan In Waiting? https://t.co/dC1rwsBOfn via @fishsports https://t.co/K5FzWPXqOt
Rex Ryan disputes Adam Schefter’s Mike Zimmer report after Cowboys interview https://t.co/QivYeUWpq1 https://t.co/S7HCXGc1lX
Never seen anything quite like this. Adam Schefter said Mike Zimmer was hired as Cowboys DC and Rex Ryan, who interviewed for the job, immediately said, "Not real sure about that ... I can honestly say I don’t believe that’s a fact right now.” https://t.co/kZicqSGHKl
After Adam Schefter reports on ESPN that Mike Zimmer will be the next defensive coordinator of the Cowboys, Rex Ryan (also a candidate for the job) says otherwise. https://t.co/gN8VuhcK6J
KEEPING SECRETS? #Cowboys 'Secret': Mike Zimmer To Be Hired as Head Coach When McCarthy's Fired? https://t.co/8nOYiLeiWL via @DallasCowboysFN
If Adam Schefter says Zimmer is hired, which has been the speculation nationally, I believe it. Maybe the Cowboys didn’t tell Rex Ryan. That was so awkward on the set, nobody asked Ryan about it after he disputed it. Very interesting.
On ESPN’s pregame show that’s on right now, Adam Schefter said Cowboys have hired Mike Zimmer for DC. Rex Ryan, who interviewed for the job, was asked about it on the set and he said Zimmer hasn’t been hired yet. Awkward!
See how Cowboys fans feel about the hiring of Mike Zimmer. https://t.co/HYRnu5NaCQ https://t.co/yt47EuCKpm
SHOCKED! Mike Zimmer vs. Dan Quinn? New Dallas #Cowboys Defensive Coordinator 'Will Shock the System!' Raves Darren Woodson https://t.co/Tgrw2fFv0i via @DallasCowboysFN