Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett is in line to return for his seventh season at the helm with the franchise. However, there is talk outside of the organization from former Cowboys players, such as Emmitt Smith, stating that Garrett's tenure could be nearing an end.

The Hall of Fame running back was the latest to chime in with that notion. During an interview on ESPN's “First Take,” Smith said this could be the last go-around for the 51-year-old coach unless things drastically change.

“I think Jason has what it takes. But I think this is his last year with the Dallas Cowboys if he doesn’t get it right. Because he’s had everything else to support his case. I think people want more. I think Jerry actually wants more and in order to get more you may have to do some things that you may necessarily not want to do. Just like you had to get rid of me to move forward with everyone else, you have to do some things that you don’t necessarily want to do.”

The Cowboys took a significant step back in 2017 following a breakout 2016 campaign where they earned the NFC East division title and the top seed in the NFC. Star running back Ezekiel Elliott was out of the lineup for six straight games due to a suspension, which shouldn't be downplayed in terms of the toll it took on their playoff chances.

Dallas has struggled to achieve consistent success under Garrett, failing to reach the playoffs five times over his tenure. They have held a .500 or better record in all but one season, but the franchise has fallen short of reaching the playoff far too often.

Although team owner Jerry Jones has stated that Garrett isn't on the hot seat, he said he understands why these type of questions are becoming more prevalent. There will be an increased level of scrutiny on the Cowboys this coming season if they underperform again, with the bulk of it likely falling on Garrett.