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Jones Defends Stance on Coach Pay
Cowboys owner addresses criticism over recent hiring decisions
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Owner responds to backlash
Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones faced criticism after stating on a radio show that spending more on a coach does not guarantee success in the league. He later appeared on the team's broadcast network for an extended response lasting more than five minutes, insisting that money has never prevented him from pursuing a desired candidate.
Hiring process detailed
Before selecting Brian Schottenheimer in 2025, the team spoke with Leslie Frazier, Robert Saleh and Kellen Moore. Saleh later joined the Titans and Moore took a role with the Saints. Jones noted that he has never lost a target because of compensation concerns and has privately pursued established coaches from other clubs, including past interest in Sean Payton.
Past results and outlook
Jones recalled the successful 1995 season under Barry Switzer after parting ways with Jimmy Johnson following Super Bowl wins in 1992-93. The franchise has since employed seven coaches without another title. He acknowledged the uncertainty in any hiring but rejected suggestions that salary considerations limit options, pointing to prior extensions such as the five-year, $30 million deal for Jason Garrett in 2015 and Mike McCarthy's $8 million annual salary.
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