According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, the Cowboys also interviewed Detroit Lions running backs coach Scottie Montgomery for their offensive coordinator opening, running the list of interviewed candidates to three coaches overall, including Adams and Falcons tight ends coach Kevin Koger.

Arizona Cardinals offensive line coach Klayton Adams has been hired by the Dallas Cowboys as their new offensive coordinator.

The Cowboys also considered Browns offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, Falcons tight ends coach Kevin Koger and Lions running backs coach Scottie Montgomery for the job before hiring Adams. Adams takes the job left by Schottenheimer’s promotion after he was elevated to the head coaching position following two seasons as the team’s OC.