Jerry Jones considers partial sale of Cowboys stake to Mark Cuban
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:35 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Jerry Jones indicated a willingness to negotiate a partial sale of the Dallas Cowboys to billionaire Mark Cuban, who has shown interest in the team. While Jones is not actively seeking new investors, he remains open to opportunities that could inject capital into the franchise. The NFL's recent allowance for private equity involvement has encouraged discussions on selling minority stakes. The Cowboys, currently valued at $13 billion, are the most valuable sports franchise globally and would only consider partnerships that align with their standards and goals.
- •Jerry Jones has owned the Cowboys since 1989.
- •Mark Cuban expressed interest in a stake through his Harbinger fund.
- •The NFL allows private equity firms to buy up to 10% of franchises.
- •Jones is open to selling a minority stake but seeks quality partners.
- •The Cowboys were valued at $13 billion, ranking first among sports franchises.
- 10:35 AMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones Leaves Door Open for Billionaire Businessman to Buy Cowboys Stake
"Sports franchises have seen a ton of new investors in recent years, drawing eyes to the NFL as a league that offers significant returns, given the financial health of the organization. With that significant influx of cash, it appears Jerry Jones’ Dallas Cowboys could be next in line to get a fresh injection.
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