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Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones to Fight NFL Punishment: Report

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones to Fight NFL Punishment: Report

Summary

The NFL fined Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones $250,000 for making an obscene gesture at a game. Jones plans to appeal the fine, arguing it was a mistake. The incident occurred during the Cowboys' game against the New York Jets, which the Cowboys won.

Key Facts

  • Jerry Jones is the owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys.
  • The NFL fined Jones $250,000 for allegedly giving a middle finger to a fan.
  • This incident happened during the Cowboys' Week 5 game against the New York Jets.
  • Jones claimed the gesture was accidental and was meant to be a thumbs-up.
  • Similar fines have been imposed on other NFL owners for inappropriate gestures.
  • Jones intends to appeal the fine before the deadline on Friday.
  • The Cowboys defeated the Jets 37-22 in that game.

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