Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently made it clear on a local sports radio station in Dallas that he wasn’t going to sit through a one-sided critique of his team. The Cowboys suffered a crushing 47-9 defeat against the Detroit Lions, prompting many analysts to remark on the apparent lack of effort from the team during the second half.
During his appearance on 105.3 The Fan, the 82-year-old Jones expressed his frustration over the team’s performance at home, stating he felt “sick” about the loss. He took issue with the radio hosts questioning the team’s struggles and referencing past criticisms of the Cowboys’ offseason decisions.
“This isn’t your role. You’re not here to list all the reasons why I made my choices and to criticize me for them,” Jones said. “If you think you can accurately assess what the team is doing right or wrong, you should attend the NFL meeting today with all 32 teams—you’re geniuses.”
The Lions’ victory served as a significant redemption after previous losses, showcasing one of their strongest performances of the 2024 season.
“Do you really believe you can sit there with a microphone and tell me everything I’ve done wrong without acknowledging what’s been done right?” Jones continued. “We’re speaking to a lot of great fans and listeners, and I deeply regret what happened out there on Sunday. It’s upsetting.”
In a defensive tone, Jones also recalled the criticism he faced for purchasing the Cowboys, reflecting on how some of the worst decisions can eventually lead to positive outcomes. “One of the dumbest things I’ve ever done, according to many, was buying the Cowboys. It may have been a foolish decision at the time, but sometimes, those decisions can turn out well,” he stated. “You can’t really predict how these choices will pan out when you make them. If you’re looking for discussion this morning, you’ve got it.”
As the Cowboys sit at a disappointing 3-3 record, many fans and commentators have remarked on how Detroit’s significant win has left a mark on the long-time owner.
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