Jerry Jones was born on October 13th, 1942, in Arkansas, but he now resides in Dallas, Texas, the hometown of his beloved Dallas Cowboys. Alongside his wife Gene, they have three children, Stephen, Jerry Jr., and Charlotte, who all work together in the family business of football.
Jerry Jones began his football career at the University of Arkansas in 1964, where he was the co-captain of the Arkansas Razorbacks. He graduated in 1965 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration and earned a Master of Arts degree from the university the same year.
As a football player, Jones has achieved a level of success that is unmatched by most owners. Under his leadership, the Dallas Cowboys have won numerous championships, including three league championships in his first seven years of ownership. He is the first owner in NFL history to achieve this feat. The first decade of Jones' ownership was marked by eight playoff appearances, six division titles, four conference championship game appearances, and three world crowns, with the Cowboys being named the NFL's Team of the 1990s.
Jones' success on the field has continued over the years, with the Cowboys winning NFC East Division titles in 2007, 2009, 2014, and 2016. His 2016 team secured the 14th playoff appearance in his 28 years of leadership.
In addition to his on-field success, Jones has also made a significant impact on the world of sports marketing and promotion. He was selected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017, a testament to his enduring legacy in the sport. His efforts in developing AT&T Stadium have left a lasting impression on the NFL and American sports culture.
Throughout his nearly three-decade-long journey, Jones has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead and inspire his team, earning him a reputation as one of the most successful and influential figures in the NFL.
