Jan 27, 2025; Frisco, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer and owner Jerry Jones speak to the media at a press conference at the Star. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

'It Looks A Lot Like That': Dallas Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer Compares Philadelphia Eagles Tush Push Play To Rugby

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Ernest Leo Hernandez | Last updated Apr 2, 2025 2:07 PM ET

The Dallas Cowboys will be under the guidance of new head coach Brian Schottenheimer for the next season. Schottenheimer is preparing for a strong season, hoping to lead the Cowboys to glory. It’s still too early to say much about the new head coach and his coping with the organization.

While the offseason is all about meetings and discussions, Schottenheimer was asked about the Philadelphia Eagles’ “Tush Push” play. Schottenheimer has no issues with the play since he has other important things to worry about. However, he did mention in his first meeting as head coach that the team must find a way to prevent it.

Schottenheimer believes the Dallas Cowboys need to find a way around it. He mentions that it looks a lot like Rugby.

“If it stays, it stays, and we all have to figure out a way to stop it. It’s maybe not the most beautiful play I’ve ever seen. I don’t watch much rugby, but it looks a lot like that,” Schottenheimer said.

Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer on the tush push:
“If it stays, it stays, and we all have to figure out a way to stop it. It’s maybe not the most beautiful play I’ve ever seen. I don’t watch much rugby, but it looks a lot like that.”

— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) April 1, 2025

Many agree that the “Tush Push” play is derived from Rugby. While its success has been duly noted, people have been forced to call for a ban. It turns out that voting would be the only way to put an end to the ongoing controversy of the play.

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Says He’s Unsatisfied With The Team’s Super Bowl Struggles

The Cowboys want to win, and Jerry Jones does too. Hiring Brian Schottenheimer was one of the primary reasons to help the team win. Yet, Jones is unhappy with the Super Bowl drought.

“I am going to be real clear: In no way am I satisfied. We have hung around the rim, now we missed some real opportunities two or three times to maybe step up there and get into the championship game,” Jerry Jones said.

While the Dallas Cowboys owner is unsatisfied with the team’s struggles, he’s also not ready to complain about the situation. Jones believes that every team has its ups and downs, and the best way to move on is to keep going.

“I don’t sit around and dwell on that long since we have been, and I don’t even want to have a tone about it,” Jones continued.

The Dallas Cowboys might have had their mishap, but they also had a great run for a few years. Schottenheimer will play a vital role as the team’s new head coach next season.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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