🔗 Share this article Dallas Cowboys Proprietor Jones Fined $250,000 for ‘Accidental’ Obscene Gesture at Fans The National Football League has imposed a hefty $250,000 fine on Dallas Cowboys proprietor Jones for an action he claims was an “unintentional” obscene gesture directed at fans during a recent contest at the Jets’ stadium. Viral video clips appeared to show Jones making an obscene gesture at Jets fans, though he insists he was actually signaling approval to Cowboys fans present at the game as his team clinched a 37-22 victory. “It was regrettable. It was kind of an interaction with our fans out in front of us,” Jones stated during a Tuesday interview. “There was a large group of Cowboys fans—not New York fans, Cowboys fans. The whole venue was brimming with enthusiasm for the Dallas team.” Jones additionally clarified that the gesture was entirely unintentional, happening amid the elation following the team’s final touchdown. “I just showed the wrong finger,” he noted. “It was accidentally performed. I’m not kidding. Should you call it unplanned, you can. But it got resolved rapidly.” Historical Context for Owner Penalties This is not the initial instance an league proprietor has been fined for inappropriate behavior. Previous examples include: Carolina Panthers proprietor Tepper was fined $300,000 for tossing a beverage at fans in January 2024. Then Titans proprietor Adams was issued a $250,000 fine in 2009 for a similar offensive signal. Jones, a figure who is known for his media savvy, possesses an approximate wealth of $16 billion, so the penalty easily payable for the billionaire owner. Offseason Issues and Public Spotlight The incident follows a contentious preseason for Jones, who encountered significant criticism from the Dallas supporters after the team dealt star defensive player Parsons to the Packers. Moreover, Jones was a central figure in a Netflix documentary that explored his role in building the Dallas franchise into the world’s most valuable sports franchise, even with its recent title shortcomings. The league’s action to penalize Jones underscores its ongoing effort to uphold proper behavior among all franchise representatives, irrespective of their position or financial standing.