The Great Dallas Deal: How Jerry Jones Scored the Cowboys for a Song (Relatively Speaking)
Ah, Jerry Jones. The name itself conjures images of Stetsons, swagger, and an undeniable love for everything Dallas Cowboys. But before Jerry Jones was synonymous with America's Team, he had to, you know, buy the team. And let me tell you, folks, it was a steal compared to what a franchise like that goes for these days.
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From Oil Fields to the Star: Jerry's Humble Beginnings (Well, Kinda Humble)
Jerry wasn't exactly slinging burgers before he swooped in and grabbed the Cowboys by the horns. The man made his fortune in the glamorous world of... wait for it... oil drilling (cue the dramatic music). Let's just say Jerry knew a thing or two about finding black gold, and that instinct sure came in handy in 1989.
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Buckle Up! It's Acquisition Time
Now, the exact price tag on this little shopping spree depends on who you ask. Some folks say Jerry shelled out a cool $140 million. Others say it was closer to $150 million. Either way, for a team that's now worth a staggering $8 billion (that's billion with a B, folks!), that's like getting a Ferrari for the price of a used Yugo.
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Seriously, Jerry, how'd you do it? Did Bum Bright, the previous owner, accidentally leave a zero off the check? We'll probably never know for sure, but one thing's for certain: Jerry Jones got himself one heck of a bargain.
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The Cowboys: From Rags to Riches (Well, Maybe Not Rags)
Sure, the Cowboys were already a successful team before Jerry Jones came along. But let's be honest, they were missing a certain... Jerry-ness. Since Jerry took the reins, the team's seen its fair share of ups and downs (mostly ups, if we're being honest). They've added a shiny new stadium, countless memorable characters (think✭ Emmitt Smith, Michael Irvin ✭), and of course, a few more Super Bowl rings to the collection.
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So, there you have it, folks. The story of how Jerry Jones turned a hefty investment into a billion-dollar empire (or should we say Jerry Jones- empire?). The man may have a flamboyant personality, but you gotta give credit where credit's due. Jerry Jones knows how to get a good deal. Maybe he can teach us all a thing or two about bargain hunting... just don't ask him where he got that giant hat.
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