Why do you think no decision has been announced yet?

RodeoJake · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I thought it would be fun to let everyone guess at why they think no decision has been made yet.

My theory is that *IF* the Cowboys are indeed not re-signing Garrett, the guy they want is on the staff of a playoff team, likely a highly seeded team with a bye week, so they know they can let Garrett finish out his contract and avoid actually "firing" him while still going after the guy they want once that happens.

What is your guess?

That's probably the best theory if he's on his way out. The bad thing about this scenario is leaving current assistants in limbo. Maybe they have contingency positions waiting for them if things go that way.

I can see there not being any urgency other than assembling a staff.

Diehardblues · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I thought it would be fun to let everyone guess at why they think no decision has been made yet.

My theory is that *IF* the Cowboys are indeed not re-signing Garrett, the guy they want is on the staff of a playoff team, likely a highly seeded team with a bye week, so they know they can let Garrett finish out his contract and avoid actually "firing" him while still going after the guy they want once that happens.

What is your guess?

A reasonable assumption. Plus it allows Jerry to avoid actually releasing or firing Jason. Just let his contact run out.

Now if the prospects team loses this weekend or next then we might see an announcement before Jan 14th.

cmoney23 · Jan 3, 2020

I think it's a few things.
One: Lack of respect for the fanbase.
Two: He likes Jason, is comfortable with him, and doesn't want to move on so he isn't going to be quick about it
Three: He wanted to "save" this in some measurable way. Consulting role, Front Office, Coach... but can't
Four: He knows that he needs to hire a "real" HC and doesn't want to... goes back to number two a bit.

That's a few of the reasons I think.

Ranching · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I thought it would be fun to let everyone guess at why they think no decision has been made yet.

My theory is that *IF* the Cowboys are indeed not re-signing Garrett, the guy they want is on the staff of a playoff team, likely a highly seeded team with a bye week, so they know they can let Garrett finish out his contract and avoid actually "firing" him while still going after the guy they want once that happens.

What is your guess?

I think Jerry is waiting for you to lift the new thread ban.

Stash · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I thought it would be fun to let everyone guess at why they think no decision has been made yet.

My theory is that *IF* the Cowboys are indeed not re-signing Garrett, the guy they want is on the staff of a playoff team, likely a highly seeded team with a bye week, so they know they can let Garrett finish out his contract and avoid actually "firing" him while still going after the guy they want once that happens.

What is your guess?

My guess is that they already have an agreement in principle with Urban Meyer. And that they offered Jason Garrett another role within the organization and gave him a few days to think over that offer. I think Garrett has decided that he still wants to coach, so I think he will ultimately be leaving the organization. At that point, the Cowboys will likely conduct a few 'just for show' interviews to fulfill requirements and make things look good, and then Meyer will be announced as the next head coach.

John813 · Jan 3, 2020

Wouldn't shock me if Jerry is just depressed over this not working out.
The Garrett's are like family to him. He's loyal to a fault. Dunno if Stephen is the same way.

Stash · Jan 3, 2020

cowboy_ron said:
This isn't the the first time Jerry has drawn out a decision that so many people are interested in.

Egotistical and narcissistic people want all the attention they can get.

Sure, just a few years back, how long did they drag out that situation with Dez? Poor guy never had a solid chance at free agency.

jsb357 · Jan 3, 2020

I think the delay is about time frame.

Do you hire a wiz bang coach to get the most out of Dak and Zeke while they are still here? 5 years max

Or do you hire a more stable coach suitable for long term next generation players as well? 5-15 max

CouchCoach · Jan 3, 2020

My guess is Booger is all tied up with what he wants to do and what is best for his team. He is discovering, first hand, why owners don't get too involved in their organizations and hire others to take care of business. But, it is a family run business so why would we expect anything different than this?

Diehardblues · Jan 3, 2020

It comes down as usual. What’s best for Jerry not Jason or the Dallas Cowboys.

How can Jerry best save face with him being right or not being wrong.

Pantone282C · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I thought it would be fun to let everyone guess at why they think no decision has been made yet.

My theory is that *IF* the Cowboys are indeed not re-signing Garrett, the guy they want is on the staff of a playoff team, likely a highly seeded team with a bye week, so they know they can let Garrett finish out his contract and avoid actually "firing" him while still going after the guy they want once that happens.

What is your guess?

They keep Garrett around in case they don't get the guy(s) they want - he's their backup. I prefer beheading instead of firing. That way, only his ghost could come back.

Stash · Jan 3, 2020

strollinruss said:
Like I said in another thread, JG has been with us for a while and I think he deserves an amicable split

What would be considered "an amicable split"?

Stash · Jan 3, 2020

anava said:
But if he will be so coveted by other teams why not just mutually agree to part ways and let him look for employment elsewhere. While being thoughtful and kind to him, are you not hurting him at same time?

Yes. This is the part that doesn't add up in that theory. The league works on one calendar and Jerry Jones on another. Teams are interviewing and signing head coaches NOW, not when the Cowboys decide they feel like doing something.

DarthVander · Jan 3, 2020

It’s clear-cut what’s been happening, there’s been a lot of homosexual activity occurring at these meetings.

G2 · Jan 3, 2020

acr731 said:
What information? He claps and likes to show highlight reels to motivate the players because he lacks the skills to do it on his own. What on earth could anyone learn from the turd?

Get a grip. Exit interviews, gathering pros and cons of other coaches etc.....

Stash · Jan 3, 2020

Reverend Conehead said:
I think Jerry is just waiting until the end of his contract on Jan 13th so that he can say he didn't fire him. He just didn't renew his contract. I believe it's out of respect for Garrett.

That fools nobody. Unless someone wants to be fooled.

conner01 · Jan 3, 2020

_sturt_ said:
People keep saying this, but it totally misses the point... they aren't getting together to talk about what they got for Christmas... there is some purpose that has driven the decision to meet.

I think jerry wants to keep him in some capacity within the organization
I don’t think they will get that worked out and on the 14th he will be gone, if not sooner
I think timing depends on if jerry has a guy on the hook or not and when he becomes available

Risen Star · Jan 3, 2020

El Wacko sees the delay as respectful to a coach whose entire resume consists of a decade of failure.

Sarge · Jan 3, 2020

Reality said:
I'm saying they don't want to "fire" him because he's like family to them. By letting him finish out his contract, they can always say they never "fired" him. I'm not saying they are holding on to him in case they don't get someone else.

I agree with this but the question is...why not just announce that Garrett will not be extended - THAT is the maddening part about it all.

Pantone282C · Jan 3, 2020

conner01 said:
There is no reason to fire him, his contract is expiring
Jerry likes being in the news
Jerry could easily already had back door conversations with next coach. Even those on playoff teams

Yes, but 'firing' sounds so much better. Has a ring of permanence.

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