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Jerry Jones faces fan backlash after Cowboys' disappointing start

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Jerry Jones faces fan backlash after Cowboys' disappointing start

Summary

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addressed the team's poor performance in their opening game against the New York Giants last weekend. Following high expectations for the Cowboys after a strong offseason, the loss raised concerns among fans. Jones acknowledged the underestimation of the Giants’ competitiveness and referenced his past experiences losing the first game but winning a Super Bowl. The reaction from Cowboys fans was overwhelmingly negative, expressing doubts about the team's future under Jones's leadership. The Cowboys’ next game is against the Washington Commanders, who suffered a narrow loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Status Watch

•Cowboys lost their season opener against the Giants.
•Jones admitted underestimating the Giants' talent.
•Fans expressed frustration with Jones's comments and leadership.
•Dallas plays the Washington Commanders next after their loss to the Eagles.

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11:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘It’s so over’ – Dallas Cowboys fans cannot believe what Jerry Jones has just said

What they're saying

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Jerry Jones witnessed his Dallas Cowboys get off to a hugely underwhelming start last weekend against the New York Giants. There was a lot of hype surrounding the Cowboys following what appeared to be a promising offseason in Texas.
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