During Eagles Game, Jerry Jones Cozies Up to Notorious Cowboys Hater Stephen Smith as Dallas Season Teeters

Cowboys Face Early Pressure

At 2-4 in Week 7, Dallas was described as already needing a win. Repeated defensive struggles had put the team’s season in a precarious position. The Cowboys hoped to benefit from Philadelphia’s injuries in the Monday Night Football matchup. Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith were listed as out, but Dallas remained in poor form.

Jones Seen With Smith

During the broadcast, ESPN showed Jerry Jones in his suite with Stephen A. Smith after Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb connected for a Cowboys touchdown. Smith has become known for laughing at Dallas after losses.

Jones is free to spend time with whomever he chooses, but the story argues that the sight could upset Cowboys fans. It contrasts the owner’s stated desire to win a championship with his association with a prominent critic of the team.

Owens Criticizes Smith

Smith has also faced criticism over remarks about Lane Johnson’s sudden retirement, which the story says may have alienated Eagles fans. Terrell Owens, a former receiver for both Dallas and Philadelphia, objected to Smith’s comments.

On the Get to The Point Podcast, Owens questioned why Smith had faced no consequences and called for a suspension. Owens said Smith had spoken insensitively about mental health, then tried to backtrack by referring to his own mental health issues.

Jones And A Familiar Critic

The story describes Smith as a frequent source of controversy and notes that Jones is often targeted by his on-air rants. It calls Jones’s decision to host Smith alongside him and his family unusual. The televised appearance came as Dallas faced mounting pressure and a difficult matchup against Philadelphia.