The Dallas Cowboys have arguably gotten worse on defense, which is why defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus has to go.

When the Tennessee Vols hired Jim Knowles earlier this month to replace Tim Banks as the program's defensive coordinator, it didn't take long for fans of Ohio State and Penn State -- Knowles' previous two employers -- to issue a warning to UT fans.

Jerry Jones was effusive in his praise for Eberflus earlier this season despite the defense’s struggles. But after J.J. McCarthy passed for 250 yards and two touchdowns — without being sacked — in the Vikings’ 34-26 win over Dallas on Sunday night, the Cowboys owner sounded more uncertain about Eberflus’ future.

It can sometimes be tough to discern how bad a coach is, judging from fan reactions after a departure (as we saw with Ben Johnson's arrival in the Windy City, s

Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines becomes one of the highest paid assistants in college football with third extension since coming to IU

Jim Knowles is regarded as one of the best veteran defensive coordinators in college football. He helped guide Ohio State to the 2024 national title.