In discussing his gameday routine with reporters heading into the finale, McCarthy joked that he feels a little like Don Vito Corleone, from the iconic Godfather trilogy, with all of the meetings he takes leading up to kickoff. The role of Don shifts to Jerry Jones the moment the game is over.

The Dallas Cowboys are at a crossroads, and owner Jerry Jones has sparked intrigue about the future of head coach Mike McCarthy. With McCarthy’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, Jones’ latest comments suggest he may already know the direction the franchise will take.

Mike McCarthy's job status with the Dallas Cowboys remains up in the air. The coach's contract is set to expire at the season's end, and with the Cowboys eliminated from playoff contention, there's no guarantee that Jerry Jones opts to bring him back on a second deal.