There seems to be even more confusion regarding the Dallas Cowboys head coaching vacancy than when Jerry Jones first began the team's search.

The Cowboys are closing in on a deal to make offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer their new head coach, Clarence Hill of All City DLLS reports. Hill said the sides are expected to "cross the finish line" today or no later than Friday.

Another name has popped up in the Cowboys’ coaching search, as Pete Carroll has made contact with Jerry Jones.

The Dallas Cowboys are considering a familiar candidate as the search for a head coach continues. Brian Schottenheimer has served as the offensive coordinator for the past two seasons.

A Pete Carroll connection to a third HC-needy team has formed.Jerry Jones is believed to have reached out to Carroll recently, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s Nick Harris. While this was not an interview and can be classified as an informal discussion,