When the Cowboys were looking for a defensive coordinator, they interviewed Joe Whitt Jr. for the job. He didn’t get it, that went to Dan Quinn, but Whitt did impress the Cowboys ownership during his interview and that led to another position on the staff.
The Cowboys are adding Joe Whitt Jr. as the passing game coordinator and secondary coach.
Another important hire for Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy: team landed Joe Whitt Jr. as its defensive pass game coordinator/secondary coach, source said. Two-year contract. Falcons approved move; Whitt had time left on contract.