Mike Zimmer: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 4

Deion Sanders' next 'big hire' Mike Zimmer? Former NFL coach spotted at practice

Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders could be looking for his next big hire. After adding Pro Football Hall-of-Famers Warren Sapp and Marshall Faulk, along with a few other former NFL talents, one of Coach Prime's coaching mentors could be reunited with him soon.

Longtime NFL Coach Mike Zimmer Attends Colorado Buffaloes Practice

136 years of NFL experience later, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders is still looking to stockpile his staff. Since February, "Coach Prime" has added

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Cowboys Urged to Make Puzzling Signing

FRISCO — When Mike Zimmer took over the Dallas Cowboys defense last offseason, the team lacked a significant presence in the middle of the formation. Both in stopping the run and the pass, Dallas lacked an enforcer. Despite some bumps early on, the Cowboys saw a renaissance in that area of the defense.

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NFL News / A to Z Sports / March 30

Former Vikings QB's flawed performance in UFL opener proves Mike Zimmer right years later

Without much fanfare, the United Football League began their season on Friday night. The St. Louis Battlehawks trounced the Houston Roughnecks, but it was a game on Saturday afternoon that got the most attention from Minnesota Vikings fans.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 26

Potential No. 1 NFL Draft pick Cam Ward shades Cowboys defense

The Dallas Cowboys defense struggled in a big way under Mike Zimmer in 2024. And one of the top prospects in the NFL Draft isn't shy about letting that be known.

NFL Draft News

Report: Team near top of NFL Draft 'actively' listening to trade offers

New details leak about notorious Steelers draft miss as Pittsburgh may have been baited

NFL executive seems to send strong response to Sanders predraft takedowns

High-level NFL executive seems to send strong response to Shedeur Sanders predraft takedowns

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NFL News / Inside The Star / February 26

Cowboys’ NFC East rivals make dominant DT available via trade

The Dallas Cowboys find themselves in the thick of it involving a former All-Pro player made available via trade. Jonathan Allen, a former 1st round pick of the Washington Commanders (formerly the Washington Football Team), has been granted permission for him and his agent to seek a trade partner.

Virginia Tech Hokies News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / January 28

Virginia Tech Football: Grading the Hokies’ Hire of Sam Siefkes as Defensive Coordinator

Goodbye to the Chris Marve era. Welcome the Sam Siefkes era. Virginia Tech shocked the world with their defensive coordinator hire as they signed Arizona Cardinals linebacker coach Sam Siefkes to fill their vacancy at defensive coordinator.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / January 27

Former Bengals coordinator set to retire from coaching in the NFL

After a run that dates back to the early 1990s, former Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer is set to retire from coaching in the NFL, according to longtime league reporter Ed Werder.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 27

Cowboys Exclusive as Mike Zimmer Speaks Out

FRISCO - Just a few days ago, Mike Zimmer, the Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator, was saying "all options are open" in regard to his coaching future.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Former Cincinnati Bengals Coach Not Retained Amid Dallas Cowboys Coaching Changes, Making Career Decision

The Dallas Cowboys are undergoing significant changes to their coaching staff following a disappointing 2024 season. With a record of 8-9, the team's defensive

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Cowboys Source Suggests Zimmer Major Decision Made

FRISCO - Just a few days ago, Mike Zimmer, the Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator, wasa saying "all options are open" in regard to his coaching future.

Dallas Cowboys News / Larry Brown Sports / January 26

Ex-Super Bowl champion coach makes decision on his future

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has made a notable decision about his future. Zimmer told WFAA’s Ed Werder that he will not be a part of new coach Brian Schottenheimer’s staff in Dallas, and that he plans to retire.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 26

Mike Zimmer will not return to Cowboys, likely to retire

When the Cowboys elected to part ways with former head coach Mike McCarthy earlier this month, the writing was on the wall for the defensive coordinator.

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Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / January 24

Mike Zimmer's future is becoming clearer after latest intel from insider and friend of former Cowboys defensive coordinator

Mike Zimmer's contract as Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator has expired already.

Jerry Jones spoke to Super Bowl-winning head coach about Cowboys' vacancy

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 16

Mike Zimmer interested in Dallas Cowboys head coach vacancy

The Dallas Cowboys are still setting up interviews for their head coaching vacancy which suddenly has a lot of names being thrown around. One potential option that hasn’t been discussed much is Mike Zimmer, who spent 2023 as the team’s defensive coordinator.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Stripe Hype / January 16

Mike Zimmer sends clear message to Bengals amid defensive coordinator search

The Cincinnati Bengals need a defensive coordinator, and it sure sounds like Mike Zimmer wouldn't mind filling that role. Zimmer previously served as the DC in Cincinnati from 2008 to 2013.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / January 14

Cowboys' Mike Zimmer undecided on future

The 68-year-old returned to Dallas this past offseason after Dan Quinn departed to become the Commanders head coach.

Dak Prescott reacts to Cowboys parting ways with HC Mike McCarthy

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Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer Contemplating Retirement

ESPN’s Jeff Darlington reported that Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer has been contemplating retirement this offseason. Dallas is parting ways with former HC Mike McCarthy after the staff’s contracts expired and it’s likely the new coach will bring in his own coaches.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / January 13

Could Cincinnati Bengals Reunite With a Familiar Face in Hopes of Fixing Issues on Defense?

Could the Bengals bring back Mike Zimmer? Zimmer was officially released from his contract with the Cowboys. He signed a one-year deal with Dallas last offseason.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / January 13

3 Mike Zimmer replacements the Cowboys should consider

As Wild Card weekend comes to an end tonight, the Dallas Cowboys are still taking their sweet time to decide on the future of not only the head coach Mike McCarthy, but we still don’t know the future of current defensive coordinator, Mike Zimmer.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / January 9

4 Mike Zimmer replacements Dallas Cowboys should consider

The Dallas Cowboys are at the forefront of coaching speculation within the NFL as the team remains undecided on the future of head coach Mike McCarthy, whose contract officially expires next Tuesday.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / January 6

Cowboys Zimmer On Future: ''I Don't Know!'

FRISCO - Mike Zimmer has a future in wedded bliss. Is he also happy enough with the Dallas Cowboys to want back in for another year? Model Katarina Elizabeth

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / December 31

Mike Zimmer reflects on first season with Dallas Cowboys, admits ‘regret’ over defensive approach

Mike Zimmer‘s first season back as defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys (7-9) hasn’t gone to plan. Then again, neither has the team’s season amid lofty expectations.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / December 30

Dallas Cowboys insider brings up a great point about Mike Zimmer's future that everyone has been ignoring

Big shoutout to Joe Hoyt from All City DLLS, who brought up a fascinating point discussing the future of Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer,

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / December 27

Coach Mike Zimmer Reveals Brutal Truth About Cowboys Future

FRISCO - The Dallas Cowboys defense has lived a rollercoaster experience in 2024 adapting to a new system under coordinator Mike Zimmer. The transition

NFL News / A to Z Sports / October 15

Cowboys DC Mike Zimmer makes painful confession about loss to the Lions

Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer knows his unit needs to be better. Allowing 7.5 yards per play and not generating a stop until late in the fourth quarter while giving up explosive play after explosive play is losing football.

NFL News / Minnesota Vikings on SI / October 14

Cowboys defense struggling under former Vikings coach Mike Zimmer

Sometimes it’s just the right time to move on. It's becoming more and more clear it was the right time for the Vikings to move on from former coach Mike Zimmer, who's returned to the NFL this season as defensive coordinator for the Dallas Cowboys, his first NFL coaching job since his firing from Minnesota after the 2021-22 NFL campaign.