How Long Has Jerry Jones Owned the Dallas Cowboys? A Deep Dive (Kind Of)
Ah, Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. A match made in football heaven, or a reality show waiting to happen, depending on your perspective. But one thing's for sure: Jerry's been at the helm of America's Team for a long time. Buckle up, because we're about to unravel the mystery (or maybe it's an open secret?) of Jerry's Cowboys reign.
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From Oil Man to Head Honcho: The Great Purchase of '89
Let's rewind the clock to 1989. Shoulder pads were big, hairspray was even bigger, and Jerry Jones, a brash oil tycoon with a dream, set his sights on the Dallas Cowboys. He shelled out a cool $150 million, which sounds like a steal these days considering a bag of chips costs more than that at the stadium (amirite?).
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This wasn't just some random billionaire buying a plaything. Jerry, a former college football player himself, had a vision for the Cowboys. He wanted glitz, he wanted glory, and most importantly, he wanted championships (and maybe a giant hat to wear on the sidelines, but that's a story for another time).
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The Jones Era: Ups, Downs, and Everything in Between
Jerry's been the owner for so long, he's practically become Dallas royalty. Here's a whistle-stop tour of his tenure:
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- The Early Years: Dynasty Days - Remember those glorious Super Bowl wins in the early 90s? Yep, that was Jerry reaping the rewards of his bold decisions (like hiring Jimmy Johnson, a move that was as controversial as it was successful).
- The Middle Years: The Quest Continues - There have been some lean years, folks. Let's just say the Lombardi trophies haven't exactly been flowing like Texas crude. But hey, at least the stadium is humongous and Jerry's brand of football is never dull.
- The Present Day: Still Going Strong (Ish) - Jerry's still the owner, the star (or shall we say, the lightning rod?) of the Dallas Cowboys. Will he deliver another championship before he rides off into the sunset (on a giant Jerry-shaped horse, perhaps)? Only time, and Jerry's ever-changing game plan, will tell.
So, How Long Exactly Has Jerry Been the Owner?
Here's the answer, folks, drumroll please... Since February 25th, 1989! That's over 35 years of Jerry Jones' brand of football. To put it another way, some of the players on the current roster weren't even born when Jerry bought the team. That's a long time to be wrangling quarterbacks, negotiating contracts, and arguing with referees (ahem, Jerry, we see you!).
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So there you have it, the not-so-short story of Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys. It's been a wild ride, filled with triumphs, tribulations, and enough drama to fuel a dozen reality shows. Here's to Jerry, the king (or maybe the jester?) of the Dallas Cowboys, and may his reign continue to be...interesting.
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