Heavy on Cowboys Deion Sanders is one of the big names rumored to take over the Dallas Cowboys.

With Mike McCarthy on the hot seat, the Dallas Cowboys may soon be searching for a new head coach. McCarthy is in the final year of his contract, and with the Cowboys struggling, owner Jerry Jones could find it easy to part ways at season’s end. Jones has already stated McCarthy won’t be fired midseason, but 2025 could mark the start of a new era in Dallas.

One intriguing name making waves in coaching speculation is Deion Sanders. The Pro Football Hall of Famer, known as “Prime Time,” spent five seasons with the Cowboys and was part of their 1995 Super Bowl Championship roster. His deep ties to the franchise and recent success as a coach make him an appealing option.

During a November 15 FS1 interview with former teammate Michael Irvin, Sanders was asked about the possibility of coaching the Cowboys. Irvin didn’t hold back, suggesting Sanders could be a perfect fit for America’s Team. However, Deion swiftly dismissed the idea.

“Oh Lord, don’t start that,” Sanders said. “I love it where I am. I love it where I am.”

Currently, Sanders has the University of Colorado sitting at an impressive 7-2 record, making waves in college football. Any hint of interest in the Cowboys job could create unnecessary distractions for both the Buffaloes and Dallas.

Interestingly, Deion has previously expressed interest in coaching in the NFL, notably with the Atlanta Falcons, though the team didn’t pursue him. While Sanders’ charisma and leadership seem tailor-made for a high-profile role like the Cowboys, he appears content where he is.

For now, the Cowboys’ coaching future remains uncertain, but the buzz around Deion Sanders shows how captivating the idea of “Coach Prime” on the Dallas sidelines truly is.

.@michaelirvin88 asked @DeionSanders about coaching the Cowboys… Watch until the end to see Prime’s response 😂 pic.twitter.com/wonYbtDR4H

— Speak (@SpeakOnFS1) November 13, 2024

Eagles Legend LeSean McCoy Feeds Into Deion Sanders Rumors

The Dallas Cowboys‘ problems certainly don’t start and end with Dak Prescott, but perhaps trading the quarterback in the offseason could change the fortunes of a team in desperate need of a facelift.

Dallas is in the thick of a turbulent season, sitting at a disappointing 3-6 record, with Prescott sidelined for the rest of the year. As the team struggles, the future of head coach Mike McCarthy is under scrutiny, sparking conversations about how to turn things around.

Enter NFL legend and Fox Sports analyst LeSean McCoy, who offered a bold, outside-the-box solution during a November 13 appearance on The Facility: Bring in Deion Sanders and his son, Shedeur Sanders, to revitalize the franchise.

“I think the Cowboys should trade Dak… Get this quarterback Shedeur Sanders… Go get Coach Prime, Deion Sanders,” McCoy suggested.

.@CutOnDime25: I think the Cowboys should trade Dak, draft Shedeur Sanders, and hire Deion as the next head coach. pic.twitter.com/doY7RDZTrg

— The Facility (@TheFacilityFS1) November 13, 2024

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The 6-foot-2, 215-pound Sanders is one of the most exciting prospects of the 2025 NFL Draft class. While it’s still too early to definitively say when he’ll go off the board, Sanders is expected to crack the top five overall players selected.

Why Deion Sanders Makes Sense as Dallas Cowboys Head Coach

While unconventional, McCoy’s idea isn’t entirely without merit.

Sanders, a Hall of Famer and one of the most iconic players in Cowboys history, has proven to be a game-changing coach at the collegiate level. After reinvigorating Jackson State’s football program, he turned a struggling University of Colorado team from a 1-11 season into a nationally recognized contender. His knack for inspiring players and instilling a winning culture could be the shot in the arm Dallas needs.

Shedeur Sanders has emerged as a standout quarterback prospect. With impressive stats, a calm demeanor under pressure, and strong leadership skills, he’s showcased the talent needed to thrive at the next level.

Pairing Shedeur’s potential with Deion’s charisma and coaching expertise might just be the fresh start the Cowboys need to reignite their offense and restore their championship aspirations. Could this father-son duo be the answer to Dallas’s struggles? It’s a daring suggestion, but in a season where nothing seems to be working, perhaps it’s time for the Cowboys to think outside the box.

As one of the laughingstocks of the NFL, the Cowboys need a drastic turnaround, and there’s no better time than January 2025.

Allison Koehler is a veteran sports journalist covering the NFL for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Houston Texans and Seattle Seahawks. A Heavy contributor since 2021, her bylines also include USA Today, XFL.com, The Sideline Hustle and Bucs Report. More about Allison Koehler