Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones found himself in the middle of controversy Sunday after being caught on video making obscene gestures toward New York Jets fans during his team’s 37–22 victory at MetLife Stadium. The Cowboys improved to 2–2–1, keeping pace with the Eagles in the NFC East, but Jones’ postgame antics quickly overshadowed the win.
As one furious fan wrote on X, “An 83-year-old Trumper, a disgusting old man!!!”, capturing the outrage sweeping across social media after clips of the incident surfaced Sunday night.
An 83 year old Trumper a disgusting old man!!!
— Sharon (@Sharon29863284) October 6, 2025
Jerry Jones’ Gesture Sparks League Scrutiny
Jerry Jones | Credits: X
Jerry Jones | Credits: X
Videos showed Jones standing in his luxury suite at MetLife Stadium, smiling and flipping off Jets fans below, a moment fans described as “mocking” and “juvenile.” The viral clips quickly circulated across social platforms, with many calling for disciplinary action.
The NFL has a clear history of punishing such conduct. In 2009, then-Titans owner Bud Adams was fined $250,000 for giving Bills fans a similar gesture during a 41–17 win. More recently, in 2023, Panthers owner David Tepper was fined $300,000 for throwing a drink at opposing fans in Jacksonville. Given those precedents, another fine for Jones seems all but inevitable.
Jones, 83, has long been one of the league’s most visible and polarizing figures. His animated presence on game days often draws attention. Still, it’s likely to cost him this time. League sources toldPro Football Network that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell knows the situation, and a review is underway.
Fans Blast Jerry Jones Online
Fans didn’t hold back their disgust. Many called Jones “classless” and “out of touch,” demanding swift punishment.
“Shows what a classless individual he is. What do you expect from a horny old man,” wroteone fan
Anothermocked Jones’ arrogance, tweeting,
“Jerry thinks he won the Super Bowl”.
Othersattacked his long-term management of the franchise, with one frustrated Cowboys supporter saying,
“Relax, it’s Jerry Jones… you’re not dealing with a full set of bricks 🧱 from this old idiot. The worst owner in pro sports today. I’m waiting for him to draft a grandson QB who won’t even be ranked as a prospect to start in place of Dak”
A separate postdemandedsevere punishment:
“Should get a huge fine and a suspension. He’s always been a total piece of crap.”
And perhaps the most succinct of all fan takessimply read,
“Fine incoming.”
With the Cowboys back at .500 and set to face the Giants next Sunday, the team hoped to build momentum, but Jones’ actions have shifted the conversation off the field. If history is any guide, the NFL’s disciplinary office won’t take long to respond.
For now, Cowboys fans are celebrating the win. Everyone else is watching to see just how much this latest outburst will cost Jerry Jones financially and reputationally.