On November 15, the Dallas Cowboys find themselves with a disappointing 3-6 record, fueling rumors about the future of head coach Mike McCarthy. Fans and analysts alike are buzzing with speculation about who might replace him if the team makes a change.

Amid this growing uncertainty, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones made headlines during a Friday morning interview when asked if former Dallas tight end Jason Witten has what it takes to coach in the NFL someday. Jones’s response left no doubt.

“Absolutely, without hesitation. Yes,” Jones said in a conversation with KRLD-FM, as reported by Jon Machota of *The Athletic*. “He has something you can’t teach. He reminds me a lot of Dan Campbell, our former tight end who’s now the head coach in Detroit.”

Campbell, who played three seasons with the Cowboys from 2003 to 2005, overlapped with the early part of Witten’s legendary career. Witten spent 16 seasons with Dallas, earning 11 Pro Bowl nods and two All-Pro selections before retiring in 2020. Currently, he coaches Liberty Christian School in Argyle, Texas.

Jones praised Witten’s understanding of the game and his remarkable work ethic. “Jason gets the physical and mental aspects of football. He’s sophisticated and knows the nuances,” Jones said. “Without question, he could become a great NFL coach.”