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Jerry Jones’ Controversial Remarks Spark Debate After Cowboys Coaching Announcement

The Dallas Cowboys organization experienced a wave of fan reactions following the announcement that Brian Schottenheimer would be taking over as the new head coach. However, it was team owner Jerry Jones’ comments to the media that truly captivated attention and stirred discussion within the NFL community.

At a press conference held on January 27, 2025, in Frisco, Texas, Jones addressed the media about the fans’ responses. While he attempted to convey his sentiments regarding the fanbase’s reaction, his choice of words raised some eyebrows. “There’s a very low percentage of this that is smiles and glory holes. Very low percentage,” he remarked when discussing the prevailing sentiment in the Cowboys’ fan community, as reported by FOX 4 Dallas.

The phrase “glory hole” created a mixture of confusion and amusement among observers, as it can refer to either a colloquial term for a poorly organized storage area or a more controversial definition related to sexual contexts. In this instance, Jones appeared to intend a reference related to open quarries, which could liken to areas rich in resources.

Interestingly, the term “glory hole” also has implications within the oil and gas sectors, denoting a technique used in underwater mining to safeguard equipment from environmental hazards like ice. Jones, who entered the NFL after a successful career in the oil industry, likely chose the term based on that background.

This isn’t the first occasion where Jones has employed the phrase in reference to his franchise. Back in 2012, he noted, “I’ve been here when it was glory hole days, and I’ve been here when it wasn’t. Having said that, I want me some glory hole,” as highlighted by Houston Chronicle.

Such comments can serve as a poignant reminder of the franchise’s struggles to reclaim past glory, particularly since the Cowboys have not captured a Super Bowl title since the mid-1990s. The team’s last championship win firmly established them as “America’s Team,” a title that has become increasingly elusive over the years.

While the hiring of Schottenheimer may not have been the blockbuster move some fans had been anticipating, it follows a series of seasons where the Cowboys finished with respectable 12-5 records. However, challenges arose in 2024 as injuries plagued the team, impacting their performance.

The upcoming Super Bowl LIX is expected to be available for streaming on Tubi, further engaging fans in the offseason narrative surrounding the Cowboys and the larger NFL landscape.

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