The Facts:
Contrary to published reports, Bill Parcells does not have until Feb. 9, or five days after Super Bowl XLI, to decide if he wants to continue as the Cowboys' coach. According to multiple sources, Parcells has an agreement with Jerry Jones to inform the Cowboys' owner by Feb. 1 whether he wants to keep coaching. The Feb. 9 deadline applied only if the Cowboys had made it to the Super Bowl.
Reported by the Dallas Morning News
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Parcells has another year left on his contract, which he signed after last season, that will pay him $5.5 million. After Saturday's 21-20 loss to Seattle, Parcells said he was unsure when he would make a decision, but he was not likely to meet with Jones this week. Jones reiterated that he wants Parcells to return next season. ... arcells is 34-32 with the Cowboys.
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