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Jerry Jones Refuses to Back Down on Cowboys’ 2026 Season

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said he likes the team’s current standing better than at this point in the previous two seasons, even as the club sits at 2-3 after five games in 2026.

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 6:21 AM
Jerry Jones Refuses to Back Down on Cowboys’ 2026 Season
Key Things to Know
  • Jerry Jones stated he prefers the Cowboys' current 2-3 standing over their position in the previous two seasons.
  • Dallas has surrendered an NFL-worst 168.4 rushing yards per game and has recorded zero interceptions this season.
  • The Cowboys hired veteran coach Mike Pettine as a senior defensive assistant to assist defensive coordinator Christian Parker.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stated he prefers the team's current standing over the previous two seasons, despite starting the 2026 season with a 2-3 record. Speaking on 105.3 The Fan, Jones acknowledged the team's record but highlighted optimism about the roster construction and staff under defensive coordinator Christian Parker, viewing the early campaign as an ongoing evaluation.

The Cowboys currently rank third in the NFC East, with defensive struggles highlighting their early games. Dallas allows a league-worst 168.4 rushing yards per game and has zero interceptions through five contests, prompting the organization to hire veteran coach Mike Pettine as a senior defensive assistant ahead of their matchup against the Green Bay Packers.

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