The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. But he's also executive vice president, director of player personnel and president of AT&T Stadium. The woman is the daughter of a former airline employee that Jones met in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dallas' Ed "Too Tall" Jones (72) pressures Tampa Bay QB Doug Williams on Jan. 4, 1982, in an NFC playoff game at Texas Stadium. As TV cameramen closed in, he whispered words of love in his son's ear, then pulled away and yelled triumphantly, "Are you kiddin' me?". But his friends fell silent when they saw Jerry Jones by the pool motioning for his son to get out. Shy Anderson, now Stephen's brother-in-law, was a senior and an All-State wide receiver for Little Rock Catholic. "He'll take a cross in his pocket that his high school priest gave him. In the shadow of his famous father, Jerry Jones' son guides the Dallas Cowboys and other businesses in the family's multibillion-dollar enterprise. [8], Jones is one of a very small number of NFL owners who had a significant level of success as a football player.[9]. 1 draft pick, How the Tyreek Hill trade affects the Chiefs in this year's draft, Barkley sends Giants a message by avoiding offseason program, How the Titans made Jeffery Simmons their $94M man, Compensatory picks integral part of 49ers' team-building formula, Jets' search for another pass-catcher takes a post-OBJ turn, Umenyiora recruiting younger players for NFL camps in Africa, Bo? And I would ask why? Jones has enjoyed a life-long association with the game of football. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Max Olson. Recruited as a quarterback by Lou Holtz, he switched to safety after Holtz left for Minnesota and the new coach advanced a running-oriented offense. Here are the sprawling spreads of Tony Romo, Mark Cuban, and the rest of Dallas' 1 percent. Visit ESPN to view the latest Dallas Cowboys news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more AP File Photo Teammates knew of Jones' love for boxing, but were . I think this speaks for itself as to the motives. -- From a Dallas Morning News story by David Tarrant on Sept. 1, 1996, 10 things you might not know aboutStephen Jones: The story of Martin over Manziel, pushing Jerry against a wall over Deion, The Dallas Morning News' David Moore that was published on Sept. 12, 2015, by The Dallas Morning News' David Moore that was published on Sept. 12, 2015, SportsDayHS' Offensive Player of the Year for 2017, Stars on wrong end of puck bounce as Wild takes first-round series lead with double OT win, Jacob deGrom isnt concerned after early exit vs. Royals, wants to make next start, Whats a Peagle? Jack told ESPN that periodic requests from Davis and her mother for money and other expenses exceeded the amount that Jones agreed to pay in the trust agreement by nearly $1 million over the years. "On numerous occasions I have made payments on behalf of Mr. Jones to Cindy and Alex Davis," Jack said in a statement. "[53] Jones has expressed regret in not doing more to help the Black students feel more accepted at Little Rock. John Stephen Jones (born June 21, 1964[1] in Danville, Arkansas[2]) is the executive vice president, CEO, and director of player personnel for the Dallas Cowboys of the National Football League (NFL). [3] Jones was a running back at North Little Rock High School, graduating in 1960. ", Jones has not acknowledged that Davis is his biological daughter. "And let's see the evidence that more money was paid beyond those agreements. "He was out in a wooded area that was surrounded with expensive homes. "I think I still might be the only scholarship football athlete at Arkansas who majored in chemical engineering," he said. Karen and Stephen Jones $11,289,200 Stephen Jones is chief operating officer, executive vice president, and director of player personnel for the Dallas Cowboys. [30], Jones is one of two owners in the league (the other being Cincinnati's Mike Brown) who have either the title or powers of general manager. Source: Eagles, QB Hurts agree to $255M deal, Source: Harris group submits Commanders bid, Mahomes says he's still rehabbing ankle injury, Giants not fretting absences of Barkley, Lawrence, Source: DT Williams skips start of Jets' program, Texans GM Caserio denies he's leaving after draft, Stafford, now at full health, says he's refreshed, Dolphins sign former Cards receiver Anderson, Jalen Hurts is the highest-paid player in NFL history: The $255M contract by the numbers, The best NFL draft comps of the 2023 class: 15 experts pick perfect matches for top prospects, The biggest NFL draft risers since last summer: Seven who improved their stock, C.J. On the field moments after the team won, Jerry Jones was all smiles. In the ever-evolving strategy that dictates a team's competitiveness in the current collective bargaining agreement, Jones' performance in managing the Cowboys salary cap, and the club's activity in free agency, has played a prominent role in the team's ability to compete at the NFL's highest level. Second Row: Beckey Chamberlain, Gayle Cordray, Doug Connally, Steve Craig, Sam Garcia, Jimmy Hale, Wanda Lindley, Pam Loaring-Clark, Toni Lemeli, Kathy Morgan, Yolanda Rodriguez, Debbie Sholters, Buddy Steele, Sara Stevenson, Tav Walraven, Top Row(L-R):John Craven, Gayle Cordray, William Booty, Chuck Ball, Mike Crutcher, Mike Joyce, Debra Sholtess, Larry Probeck, Jo Ann Campisi (not pictured) Middle Row: Nancy Harrison, Livvy Villarreal, Laurie Harris, Paul Keen Bottom Row: Mark Leatherwood, James Baker, Cheryl Chambers, Virginia Davidson, Mrs. Dee Brock (Director), Candy Jones, Front Row (L-R): William Booty, Patrick Stark, Kent Reese, Mike Crutcher, Kim Manning, Bruce Pfieffer, Steve Jett, "Happy" Mather, Jeff Herdrich Top Row: Debbie Doss, Donna Doss, Anita LeRoy, Kathy Poe, Becky Gealy, Becky Cauley, Marcia Neal, Valerie Brunson, Cheryl Chambers, Dee Brock (Director). . Jones' son, Stephen, holds multiple positions with the Cowboys and has become a household name alongside Jones. In 2018, Jones told Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Mark Lane that serving as his own general manager helps streamline decision-making and communication lines with the coaching staff. Dallas' pass rush depth earned some wins - the return of DeMarcus Lawrence, the addition of Dante Fowler Jr. - even as Randy Gregory, the Cowboys' 2015 second-round pick, left for Denver. "I never had it in my mind that I wanted to go out there and outdo my father," he said. The Bachelor Sister Wives 90 Day Fiance Wife Swap The Amazing Race Australia Married at First Sight The Real Housewives of Dallas My 600-lb Life Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. She was the coup de grace to a championship season. Inside the Cowboys' first family, including the time Jerry Jones made Stephen interview for a job at Wendy's, Stars on wrong end of puck bounce as Wild takes first-round series lead with double OT win, Jacob deGrom isnt concerned after early exit vs. Royals, wants to make next start, Whats a Peagle? Jones also stated: "I don't know that I or anybody anticipated or had a background of knowing what was involved. I wanted to go to law school, but law school didn't want me. Jerry Jones drove his son to the University of Arkansas campus and took him to the school's football stadium. So I became a writer, first for D magazine and then for The Dallas Morning News. The foundation for the future success of the team has been secured through savvy draft maneuvers and key free agent acquisitions, starting up front on the offensive line. The Star is the only NFL training facility in the U.S. that is shared with a public high school athletic program. Levi said Jerry said Alex will never be part of our family in a picture when we raise money for the Salvation Army. Get App Log In. "At the end of the day when we were sitting in there Saturday night and again Sunday morning, he asked me what I thought and I said, "what I think is I want you to be happy,"" Stephen said, holding back tears. "Maybe I didn't say it clear enough. In a row beside Jerry's office are the offices of Stephen (chief operating officer and director of player personnel), Charlotte (chief brand officer) and Jerry Jr. (chief sales and marketing officer). Next he called Stephen and offered him a new deal. Stephen Jones' main title is chief operating officer of the Dallas Cowboys. Final Sack as a Cowboy. "Let's not assume that Dad," Stephen said. In just over 12 years of operation, more than 13 million fans have attended events that included high school and collegiate football, major college basketball, international soccer, professional bull riding, Supercross, world championship boxing and concerts that featured world renowned recording artists. "I wanted to be complementary. Located in a rapidly growing community of more than 200,000 residents, The Star is a partnership with the City of Frisco and Frisco ISD that focuses on inspiring a strong future for high school football, youth sports and the next generation of players and fans by uniquely engaging them at the place where the Dallas Cowboys live, work and practice. Davis, an aide to U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-Texas), has declined to comment to ESPN and other media outlets. And I said she wants to establish parentage, and Jerry can do it cooperatively or not. After several other unsuccessful business ventures (including an attempt, again using Teamsters money, to purchase the American Football League's San Diego Chargers in 1967),[10] he began an oil and gas exploration business in Arkansas, Jones Oil and Land Lease, which became successful. Society Columnist for The Dallas Morning News. "We'll see you at 8 a.m.," Hamra said. Asked why Jones paid millions to Davis and her mother if Davis was not his daughter, Jones spokesman Jim Wilkinson declined to comment. On a bitter cold night at Soldier Field, Ware sacks Chicago Bears signal-caller Josh McCown for his 117th sack and his last in a Cowboys uniform. After the grease-pit scare, Stephen stuck to the deal. [51], In November 2022, a 1957 photo surfaced depicting a 14-year-old Jerry Jones witnessing an argument where White students attempted to prevent six African-American students from entering North Little Rock High School in Arkansas. In particular, he was decisive in securing Fox as the NFC's primary broadcaster at a time when the traditional "Big Three" networks were trying to convince the league into accepting a rollback in television rights fees. "I've loved them forever for it.". 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