FRISCO – Brian Schottenheimer may be a first-time head coach in the NFL, but you wouldn’t be able to tell if you listen to him talk.
Why is that? Because coaching is in his blood.
Brian’s late father Marty was one of the most respected coaches and mentors in the NFL during his time. He was a head coach in the league for 21 seasons after spending time before that in position and coordinator roles.
Because of this lifestyle, Brian grew up around the game. He’s been around the facilities, had relationships with the coaches and players, and most importantly, has noticed how his father handled business.
In the few months since he has taken over the Dallas Cowboys, “Schotty” has demonstrated all those leadership qualities that have been engrained in him since he was a kid…
And he’s beginning to win over the hearts of Cowboys Nation each time they hear him speak.
During rookie minicamp at The Star this week, Schottenheimer took the stage for his first ever solo press conference since being hired as a head coach. Before he even said a word, fans watching online and the media in attendance noticed something different.
There was no lectern. No podium for the coach to stand behind.
Cowboys fans have grown accustomed to coaches towering over the crowd to address their message in a “lecturing” way.
Not with Schotty. He chose to sit at a table to field the questions.
It’s a slight detail, but rare nonetheless.
How rare? It is the first time a Cowboys’ head coach has ditched the lectern since Wade Phillips in 2010 – or two head coach administrations ago.
This change turned what normally feels like a presidential briefing into a genuine conversation. … and a result?
A feeling of connection with Cowboys Nation.
Schottenheimer sat at eye-level with the media and conducted as engaging a press conference as you’ll see. However intentional this choice was, it is another example of Schotty’s character prioritizing connectedness with everyone in the building.
Throughout the nearly 30-minute session, Schottenheimer cracked some jokes, referred to reporters by name, and emphasized his authentic approach – no matter how “new” this may all be to him.
“I promised myself when I got this opportunity that I wouldn’t change,” he said. “Because I think I’ve seen too many people change. The guys I’ve seen change, they weren’t very successful. And I plan on being really successful.”
Cowboys fans are growing in their belief that Dallas found the right guy … even if they were grumpy about the organization’s path to hiring him.
They may be praising Schottenheimer now, but with respect comes expectations to live up to that “successful” plan … or else the praise will be short lived.
So far this offseason, Schottenheimer is handling his new gig like a seasoned veteran.
Because, in a way, he is one.
Related: Schotty Announces 3-Word Plan for Cowboys Rookies
Related: Cowboys Tyler Booker Flexes Leadership Muscle at Camp
FRISCO – Brian Schottenheimer may be a first-time head coach in the NFL, but you wouldn’t be able to tell if you listen to him talk.
Why is that? Because coaching is in his blood.
Brian’s late father Marty was one of the most respected coaches and mentors in the NFL during his time. He was a head coach in the league for 21 seasons after spending time before that in position and coordinator roles.
Because of this lifestyle, Brian grew up around the game. He’s been around the facilities, had relationships with the coaches and players, and most importantly, has noticed how his father handled business.
In the few months since he has taken over the Dallas Cowboys, “Schotty” has demonstrated all those leadership qualities that have been engrained in him since he was a kid…
And he’s beginning to win over the hearts of Cowboys Nation each time they hear him speak.
During rookie minicamp at The Star this week, Schottenheimer took the stage for his first ever solo press conference since being hired as a head coach. Before he even said a word, fans watching online and the media in attendance noticed something different.
There was no lectern. No podium for the coach to stand behind.
Cowboys fans have grown accustomed to coaches towering over the crowd to address their message in a “lecturing” way.
Not with Schotty. He chose to sit at a table to field the questions.
It’s a slight detail, but rare nonetheless.
How rare? It is the first time a Cowboys’ head coach has ditched the lectern since Wade Phillips in 2010 – or two head coach administrations ago.
This change turned what normally feels like a presidential briefing into a genuine conversation. … and a result?
A feeling of connection with Cowboys Nation.
Schottenheimer sat at eye-level with the media and conducted as engaging a press conference as you’ll see. However intentional this choice was, it is another example of Schotty’s character prioritizing connectedness with everyone in the building.
Throughout the nearly 30-minute session, Schottenheimer cracked some jokes, referred to reporters by name, and emphasized his authentic approach – no matter how “new” this may all be to him.
“I promised myself when I got this opportunity that I wouldn’t change,” he said. “Because I think I’ve seen too many people change. The guys I’ve seen change, they weren’t very successful. And I plan on being really successful.”
Cowboys fans are growing in their belief that Dallas found the right guy … even if they were grumpy about the organization’s path to hiring him.
They may be praising Schottenheimer now, but with respect comes expectations to live up to that “successful” plan … or else the praise will be short lived.
So far this offseason, Schottenheimer is handling his new gig like a seasoned veteran.
Because, in a way, he is one.
Related: Schotty Announces 3-Word Plan for Cowboys Rookies
Related: Cowboys Tyler Booker Flexes Leadership Muscle at Camp
