Brian Schottenheimer keeping energy high at Cowboys OTAs

Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer is continuing to keep the energy high at OTAs with a twist on his signature look.

Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer during training camp in Oxnard, California. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The Brian Schottenheimer era has been off to a positive start, with the new Dallas Cowboys head coach making a strong impression on players and media covering the team.

Schottenheimer has brought the enthusiasm to practice and has continuously been praised for his "energy" and "authentic" approach to coaching. It is undeniable that Schottenheimer is making his impact felt and changing the culture in Dallas during his first year as an NFL head coach.

It was much needed.

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On Thursday, the Cowboys practiced in front of the media for a second time, and there were some wondering whether Schottenheimer's high-energy approach would hold strong. According to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the energy from Coach Schotty "continues to stand out."

Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer coaches during warm-ups before a game against the New York Giants. | Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Harris noted that Schottenheimer was making the rounds to every position group during drills, including the rehab ground, all while rocking his signature visor with a twist.

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Schottenheimer has made it clear that he wants to build strong relationships with his players, and he's going out of his way to put actions behind his words.

Energy continues to stand out at Brian Schottenheimer practices.

He also makes an intention to get around to every group during position drills, including the rehab group.

Rocked the backwards visor today. pic.twitter.com/rIiXtzhQzy

— Nick Harris (@NickHarrisFWST) May 29, 2025

The Cowboys have another OTA practice that will be open to the media, before a brief hiatus until mandatory minicamp begins in June.

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Let's hope the energy stays high and that it pays off with some wins in the fall.

Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer reacts while speaking to the media at a press conference at the Star. | Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

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