In the NFL it can be hard to keep together the core of a successful team as positive results tend to lead to bigger paychecks and expanded roles elsewhere.
For the Dallas Cowboys, it seems that this season's success won't lead to the coaching staff losses many worried might be coming.
Instead, it seems that head coach Jason Garrett and the Cowboys have reached an agreement on a new deal, per Todd Archer of ESPN.
"According to multiple reports both inside and outside of Valley Ranch, Garrett is very close to signing a five-year, $30 million contract to remain the head coach of America's Team," Nick Eatman of DallasCowboys.com wrote Tuesday.
Scott Linehan and Rod Marinelli will reportedly remain on the Cowboys staff as well.
The first inkling that Garrett, who led the team to a 12-4 record and playoff victory this season, would be staying came when the Cowboys announced today that their coaching staff would be in charge of one of two Pro Bowl teams next week.
"Oh absolutely I want to be here," Garrett said to reporters Tuesday, per Eatman. "We're proud of the team that we've assembled, the staff we've assembled the players we've brought in here. I think we're building it the right way."
Meanwhile, Ian Rapoport of NFL.com is reporting that the team is set to retain defensive coordinator, Rod Marinelli as well. There was speculation that Marinelli wanted out so that he could join his friend, Lovie Smith, in Tampa Bay.
His deal will be for three years, per Adam Caplan, via Archer.
As for Linehan, Fox Sports Southwest is reporting that he will be given the full title of "offensive coordinator" as well as a raise, assuming Bill Callahan departs.
