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Jerry Jones again found a way to put himself in an awkward position following his team's win over the Jets in New York.
The Dallas Cowboys' resounding 37-22 victory over the New York Jets didn't just have positive repercussions. As the team savored its third win of the season, owner and general manager Jerry Jones found himself at the center of a media controversy.
Images posted on social networks showed Jones making what was deemed an inappropriate gesture towards fans in the stands at MetLife Stadium.
According to several witnesses, the scene took place after Dak Prescott's fourth touchdown pass, a moment when tensions were at their highest.
Although the 82-year-old executive later claimed it was an unintentional gesture, the league did not hesitate to intervene.
Jerry Jones said he meant to give a thumbs up in this video and not a middle finger. pic.twitter.com/70OcxAmly3
– JPA (@jasrifootball) October 7, 2025
On Monday, the NFL confirmed a $250,000 fine against the Cowboys owner. The league points out that its code of conduct applies to all members of the organization, including owners, who are held to a standard of exemplarity on and off the field.
Cowboys' reputation put to the test
This latest media episode reopens the debate on the Cowboys' image and the behavior of their managers. For several years now, the Dallas franchise has been in the news as much for its sporting successes as for the misbehavior of its representatives.
Despite this controversy, the Cowboys continue to enjoy a promising season under the leadership of Dak Prescott, whose offensive performances impress.
However, this incident is a reminder that the slightest controversy can quickly divert attention from the field to the sidelines, especially when dealing with a figure as high-profile as Jerry Jones.
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