Cowboys near naming Parker to run their defense in 2026
Dallas is closing in on Christian Parker to become the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator for 2026 after a wide search led by Brian Schottenheimer. Parker, who most recently coached with the Eagles and has ties to Vic Fangio’s system, would be the fourth DC in four seasons. His hire would bring fresh tactical ideas and insider knowledge of rival offenses as Dallas looks to stabilize and upgrade a defense that has drawn attention in this coaching cycle.