Cowboys Rumors: Team Doing 'Homework' on HC Candidates amid Mike McCarthy Buzz

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Even though Jerry Jones has left the door open for Mike McCarthy to potentially return next season, the Dallas Cowboys are keeping their options open with the regular season coming to an end on Sunday.

Per The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the Cowboys have started doing "homework" on potential candidates if they either don't bring McCarthy back or can't agree to terms on an extension before his contract expires on Jan. 14.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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