Former Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy shared his thoughts on his former offensive coordinator, Brian Schottenheimer, succeeding him at AT&T Stadium. The Cowboys parted ways with McCarthy after they failed to advance to the 2024 NFL playoffs. After several months and speculation that included Pete Carroll and Deion Sanders being linked with the Cowboys, Jerry Jones promoted Schottenheimer to head coach. Ahead of Week 14 matchup against the Detroit Lions, McCarty joined "The Pat McAfee Show" to discuss the Cowboys' performance this season.McCarthy explained why he doesn't carry negative feelings toward his former team.“I think that carrying wasted negative energy is not something I really want to engage in at this point of my life,” McCarthy said. “I’m very thankful for my 30-plus years in this league. Going back to the Kansas City Chiefs, Marty Schottenheimer, Pat Schottenheimer for that opportunity. New Orleans Saints, Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, and obviously the Dallas Cowboys. “That’s not lost on me. It’s probably even more so because I’m in reflection now. When you are able to step away from it, your appreciation goes up even more. Yeah, I root for those guys. I’ve known Brian Schottenheimer since he’s been in high school. To see him finally get an opportunity. I do (have love for the Cowboys)."Mike McCarthy replaced Jason Garrett after the 2019 season. He led the team to two NFC East titles and three playoff appearances. His tenure in Dallas finished after the team posted a 7-10 record in 2024. The 2025 team is still on the lookout for a playoff spot, but a win against the Lions on Thursday night will put them closer to the goal. Dak Prescott raves about Brian Schottenheimer after Thanksgiving winThe Dallas Cowboys passed the. 500 mark on Thanksgiving with a 31-28 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. That was another statement victory after they beat the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 12, confirming that they are anything but done.Star quarterback Dak Prescott credited Brian Schottenheimer for his leadership, as the Cowboys turned the season around and became arguably the hottest team in the league."I just credit him for being the same, being consistent, and it's something that he talks about. But to actually watch him be consistent and be the same man through the adversity and now through some success, he's a hell of a leader," Prescott said.A week against the Lions would boost the Cowboys' confidence for the final stretch.