Phillips, Garrett Try to Lead Dallas Cowboys Back to Winning Tradition

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Published: May 15, 2009

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But calling the plays for the Dallas Cowboys, most people would feel it is a dream career.

In fact, only seven men have had the privilege of coaching America's Team in its 49-year history.

The first three coaches, Tom Landry, Jimmy Johnson, and Barry Switzer, put the Cowboys on top of the football world, winning five Super Bowl Championships, 10 conference titles, and 17 divisional crowns. These three playcallers posted a combined 366-241-6 record in their 37 years at Dallas.

However, the next three coaches, Chan Gailey, Dave Campo, and Bill Parcells, could not find as much championship success in Big D, as they only brought in one NFC East title while tallying a 67-79 record in nine years.

In an attempt to reverse this trend, the Cowboys decided in 2007 to give the coaching reigns to Wade Phillips, hoping he could bring them back to the top.

Let's look at the man who looks to bring back the winning tradition in Big D.


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