Jimmy Johnson to Remain with Fox Sports as Broadcaster

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Jimmy Johnson, the former Dallas Cowboys coach, has decided against returning to coaching next season and will sign a three-year contract extension with Fox Sports instead. According to the Dallas Morning News, Johnson had narrowed his choices to either coaching the Philadelphia Eagles or returning for a second season with Fox, but ultimately chose to stay with the network. Johnson's new contract reportedly contains provisions that would allow him to return to coaching before it expires at the end of 1997. The decision comes after Johnson weighed a substantial offer from the Eagles, but ultimately chose to remain at Fox where he will continue to broadcast NFL games.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jimmy Johnson will remain with Fox Sports as a broadcaster, signing a three-year contract extension worth an undisclosed figure, with provisions that would allow him to return to coaching before the contract expires at the end of 1997.
  • Johnson had narrowed his choices to either coaching the Philadelphia Eagles or returning for a second season with Fox, but ultimately chose to stay with Fox.
  • Johnson's new contract is reportedly worth more than his current deal, with sources indicating that he is seeking a contract worth $4 million per year in salary and benefits.
  • The Eagles, under current coach Rich Kotite, are experiencing a five-game losing streak, with new owner Jeff Lurie offering Johnson a substantial offer to become the highest-paid coach in football.
  • Johnson will continue to broadcast NFL games with Fox, and is expected to sign a new deal to continue his relationship with HBO.
  • Johnson's decision to remain at Fox is seen as a major blow to the Eagles, who were considered the front-runner to land the former Cowboys coach.

Statistics:

  • Johnson's contract extension with Fox is reportedly worth an undisclosed figure.
  • Johnson is seeking a contract worth $4 million per year in salary and benefits.
  • The Eagles have lost five straight games under coach Rich Kotite.
  • Johnson will continue to broadcast NFL games with Fox.
  • Johnson's relationship with HBO is expected to continue.

Sources:

  • "Jimmy Johnson reportedly signs three-year contract extension with Fox" (Dallas Morning News, Dec. 16, 1995)