Mike McCarthy downplayed concerns about his contract, stating it “doesn’t matter” as the Dallas Cowboys focus on their Week 1 showdown against the Cleveland Browns.
McCarthy is entering the final year of his contract with the Cowboys, which could make him a lame duck head coach. Despite the uncertainty, McCarthy remains focused on the present and isn’t pushing for an immediate resolution.
“I really don’t want to speak on it. I haven’t spoke on it because there’s really nothing to talk about, because it doesn’t matter,” McCarthy said on Monday. “The only thing that matters is today. And that’s really something that we all can stay in touch with, because we do have responsibilities outside of winning games, but the only thing that truly pays the bills is winning games. And that’s where my mind is at.”
McCarthy has had three straight 12-win seasons with Dallas. But he needs to have success in the postseason if he wants to stick around. Despite their regular season success, the Cowboys have won just one playoff game under McCarthy.
McCarthy’s comments come amid some buzz that Bill Belichick could be his potential replacement. Jeff Howe of The Athletic dubbed the Cowboys an “obvious connection.”
“The Cowboys still have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL, and owner Jerry Jones isn’t afraid to go star-chasing,” Howe said. “If Jones believes Belichick would give his ready-made contender the best chance to end a three-decade Super Bowl drought, it could be the perfect fit for both sides.”
For now, McCarthy and the Cowboys will focus on the task at hand: the Browns on Sunday.
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