Jerry Jones discusses Cowboys' future leadership amid succession questions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:09 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed succession concerns regarding the franchise during an interview with journalist Zak Keefer. As Jones, 83, mentioned his health and the inevitability of passing the team leadership, the focus shifted to his son, Stephen Jones, who has been involved closely with team operations. Although Stephen sidestepped direct responses about his future role, it is understood that he will likely lead the franchise following his father's tenure. Jerry Jones confirmed that plans for succession have been in place for years, as all three of his children share ownership. The conversation underscores the uncertainty surrounding who will ultimately steer the Cowboys once Jerry is no longer at the helm.
- •Jerry Jones has owned the Cowboys for 37 years.
- •Stephen Jones is expected to take a prominent role in the team's future.
- •Jerry Jones has started to pass responsibilities to his children.
- •All three of Jerry's children own equal shares in the franchise.
- •The succession plan has been in place for several years.
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"The Dallas Cowboys have been under Jerry Jones’s ownership for 37 years. Jones has taken pride in the Cowboys franchise, which has won three Super Bowls under his reign. Although ‘America’s Team’ hasn’t won in 30-plus years, Jones has been at the forefront of managing the team’s publicity, turning it into the most valuable franchise…
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