Phillips: A Non-Winning Bum

Wade Phillips is an NFL legend’s son. He has starred as a defensive coordinator. However, he is twice fired head coach. He is winless in the playoffs. His average record is 9-7. Despite the aforementioned, Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones hired Phillips. "We needed to get it right," Jones said amidst tears. "In my mind, we got it right."

Simply stated, Jones is wrong. Phillips was the worst considered candidate. He is a chronic underachiever. He is notoriously lenient. He will not end the Cowboys winless playoff decade. Cockily, Phillips disagreed. "It's great to have these cowboy boots back in Texas," said Phillips. "[Jones] feels like and I feel like I was the best fit for this job. ... I think I can make an immediate impact."

The Cowboys face a myriad of problems. Their quarterback is young and inconsistent. Their offensive line is aging. Their defense is erratic. Then, there is Terrell Owens. Last season, Owens tortured and tormented Bill Parcells. Owens worst visibly wore the stoic legend. Next season, Owens’ antics may destroy the marshmallow Phillips.

Phillips is a career assistant. He can aid winning. However, he cannot win. Three seasons subsequent, when Phillips is fired, Jones will realize his mistake. However, that moment will stand fourteen years from a Super Bowl victory.