DALLAS - Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones announced on New Year’s Eve that he still plans to make major moves within the Cowboys front office. Jones as fans know, has had a rep of intervening in football affairs all the way down to the sidelines. However one cannot show much disdain for an owner who is just as passionate for his team like any Cowboys fan out there. Critics have even labeled him as a fan who gets to dictate what the team does and doesn’t do. Jones has also made key moves to the roster in acquisitions and draft that one cannot fault him for.
Jones latest move to piecing the puzzle that is the Cowboys came in a news conference today. Jones announced that due to his numerous attempts at beefing up the roster only to come up short, he decided that he will get more involved in football operations by playing Quarterback. “I’ve played some good football in my time, and I understand the rules quite well, so I shouldn’t have any trouble getting acclimated to things.” Jones said.
Undoubtedly, many fans and team staff alike were shocked at the announcement. The PR spokesman for the Cowboys even said that Jones never consulted with him first before making this announcement. Initially thought of as a joke, Jones showed he meant business after releasing Stephen McGee immediately and donning his Cowboys Jersey that read “Jones” in the back. He also went the extra mile and proceeded to put on tights infront of the team. “It was kind of gross to be honest seeing his old grandpapa legs struggle to fit into the smallest football gear available” said Wide Receiver, Miles Austin.
Jason Garrett, the coach, stood by Jones’ decision wholeheartedly saying that if Jones thinks this move is right for the team then I’m 100% with it. Players like Demarcus Ware voiced displeasure when interviewed. “How can this team get any worse? Seriously. There’s no topping this. It’s like I came to the NFL to waste my talents. I’m beginning to think people don’t know who I am anymore.”
Tony Romo was also informed about this decision and commented that he hopes he does not lose his starting position at least because he has no where else to go. “I don’t even know why I’m still a starter on this team to be honest. Call me humble but I think Jones may have a better shot at finishing games than I do, but we’ll see.”
Jones plans to join the team in practice on Monday and play his first game in the playoffs.
