Cowboys' Mike McCarthy to undergo surgery, still expected on sideline for game against Eagles

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Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy is scheduled to undergo surgery on Wednesday to address an acute case of appendicitis, the team announced. 

McCarthy began experiencing abdominal pain this week and eventually visited the Cowboys medical staff. He is expected to be released from the hospital later on Wednesday. Dallas will host their NFC East rival Philadelphia Eagles on Dec. 10. McCarthy is expected to coach Sunday's game.

However, McCarthy will miss Wednesday's practice. Assistant coaches Dan Quinn, Brian Schottenheimer and John Fassel will lead the practice while McCarthy recovers from the procedure.

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Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levis Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.  (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

McCarthy took over the offensive playcalling this season after the team parted ways with offensive coordinator Kellen Moore. But, Schottenheimer and the other offensive coaches do play key roles in the offensive game planning.

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The Cowboys are in the midst of an offensive surge, and quarterback Dak Prescott's name has been linked to MVP conversations. 

Dallas' 32.2 points per game currently leads the NFL.

McCarthy has coached in the NFL for almost two decades, and is in the midst of his fourth season as the Cowboys coach. He is the fifth winningest active coach.

Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys looks on prior to a game against the