Former Coach Matt Eberflus Hires Two Assistants from Bears for New Staff with Cowboys
New Hires Bring Familiarity to Dallas
As former Bears coach Matt Eberflus sets up his new staff as Cowboys defensive coordinator, he is taking two assistants with him. The Cowboys announced Wednesday that they hired linebackers coach Dave Borgonzi and safeties coach Andre Curtis to those same positions under Eberflus.
A Familiar Pair
Both Borgonzi and Curtis were part of Eberflus’ staff all three seasons with the Bears, and Borgonzi came over with him from the Colts.
Better Defense, Still a Mixed Bag
The Bears were the worst defense in the NFL in Eberflus’ first season as they tore down their roster to begin the rebuild, then they improved to 20th in points allowed in 2023 and 13th this season. Eberflus, however, went 14-32 as head coach and was fired in November.
A New Opportunity in Dallas
He interviewed with the Bengals and Falcons this offseason, losing out on both jobs, then was hired by new Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer on Tuesday. Eberflus was the Cowboys’ linebackers coach and passing-game coordinator from 2011 to ’17 before the Colts hired him as defensive coordinator and he went on to the Bears.
Remaining Pieces in Chicago
New Bears coach Ben Johnson hasn’t finalized his coaching staff for next season, but as of Wednesday still had tight ends coach Jim Dray and defensive line coach Travis Smith under contract from Eberflus’ staff.
Conclusion
Eberflus’ decision to bring along familiar faces from his time with the Bears is a sign of stability and continuity as he begins his new role with the Cowboys. With a new opportunity in Dallas, Eberflus will look to build on his experience and lead the Cowboys’ defense to success.
FAQs
* Who are the two assistants joining Matt Eberflus in Dallas?
– Dave Borgonzi (linebackers coach) and Andre Curtis (safeties coach)
* How long did Borgonzi and Curtis work with Eberflus at the Bears?
– Three seasons
* What was the Bears’ defensive ranking under Eberflus in his final season?
– 13th in points allowed
* Who is the new head coach of the Bears?
– Ben Johnson
