A closer look at potential Cowboys' new defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus

Former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus could be returning to the Dallas Cowboys as the team's defensive coordinator, rejoining the organization where he spent seven seasons.

Chicago Bears head coach head coach Matt Eberflus against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys are engaged with former Bears head coach and Cowboys linebackers coach Matt Eberflus in regards to the team's defensive coordinator position, according to NFL Network's Jane Slater.

The hiring would be a part of newly appointed head coach Brian Schottenheimer's staff assembly.

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Eberflus, who most recently coached the Chicago Bears, brings familiar experience to the Cowboys' organization.

Dallas Cowboys linebackers coach Matt Eberflus with linebacker Sean Lee against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

During Jason Garrett's tenure as head coach, he spent seven seasons (2011-2017) in Dallas as a linebackers coach and passing game coordinator.

The move would represent a significant addition to Schottenheimer's coaching staff, combining Eberflus's intimate knowledge of the Cowboys' organization with his expanded experience as a head coach in Chicago.

This appointment would also suggest a commitment to defensive expertise, as the Cowboys enter a new chapter under Schottenheimer's leadership.

Whether it's Eberflus or someone else, it would seem it's the end of the road for Mike Zimmer, who was the team's defensive coordinator last season.

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