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DALLAS — Mike McCarthy is not expected to return as head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, WFAA has confirmed Monday. ESPN insider Adam Schefter first reported that McCarthy and the Cowboys "engaged in no discussions about a new deal" and that McCarthy is now expected to be a candidate for the open coaching positions in New Orleans and Chicago.

After a 5-12, last-place season that included 10 consecutive losses and the in-season firings of coach Matt Eberflus and offensive coordinator Shane Waldron, the Chicago Bears are now embarking on a search to hire the franchise’s next head coach.

After a 7-10 season, the Dallas Cowboys are searching for a new head coach.Various reports revealed Monday that Jerry Jones and the Cowboys are parting ways with Mike McCarthy, who will become a coaching free agent and pursue other options.

The Bears have confirmed interviewing 15 candidates, a list highlighted by Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson, former Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, former Green Bay Packers and Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy and former Tennessee Titans coach Mike Vrabel, who got the job in New England.

If the Lions lose Saturday, Aaron Glenn and Ben Johnson will be available to talk with teams in person beginning Jan. 20

The Chicago Bears have interviewed Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken and Bills offensive coordinator Joe Brady for their head coaching job.

On Tuesday, the New England Patriots interviewed Chicago Bears interim coach and offensive coordinator Thomas Brown for their opening at OC under new head coach Mike Vrabel, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.