We don’t know and never will know how Brian would have fared if his last name was Smith instead of Schottenheimer. And that ...

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The Cowboys finished 7-10 this season under McCarthy, missing the playoffs after three straight 12-5 campaigns.

Here’s the other reason: It’s not Carroll’s call. The decision will be at least heavily influenced — if not ultimately made — by minority owner/majority voice Tom Brady. He’ll surely have an opinion ...