Jerry Jones supports Mark Cuban’s potential ownership stake in Cowboys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:40 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed his willingness to welcome Mark Cuban into the team's ownership group. Cuban, who sold the Mavericks in December 2023 but retained a minority stake, has been sidelined in Dallas basketball operations. In an interview, Jones praised Cuban's contributions to the Mavericks and his passion for sports. Cuban confirmed interest in a stake in the Cowboys, contingent on availability, amid the NFL's 10% cap on private equity ownership. With a cordial relationship with Jones, this could provide Cuban with a path to remain influential in Dallas sports.
- •Jerry Jones welcomes Mark Cuban to Cowboys ownership discussions.
- •Cuban sold the Mavericks but kept a minority stake in December 2023.
- •Cuban confirmed interest in investing in the Cowboys if opportunities arise.
- •The NFL limits private equity ownership to 10% of a franchise.
- •Cuban has lost significant power with the Mavericks' front office decisions.
- 4:40 AMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones’ verdict on Mark Cuban joining Cowboys ownership after losing power on the Mavericks
"Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones revealed his stance on embracing Mark Cuban as a potential member of the NFL team’s ownership group. Cuban sold the Mavericks in December 2023 to the Sands Group, led by Miriam Adelson and Patrick Dumont, retaining a minority stake and a verbal promise that he would continue to run basketball operations.
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