Jerry Jones
Inducted:
2017
Player Stats
6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
195 lb (88 kg)
Born:
October 13, 1942
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Position:
Team owner
President
General Manager
College:
Arkansas (1962–1964)
Jerry Jones is one of the most influential and successful owners in NFL history, transforming the Dallas Cowboys into one of sports’ most valuable and recognizable franchises. Since purchasing the team in 1989, Jones has combined bold business strategy with a relentless drive to win. Under his leadership, the Cowboys captured three Super Bowl titles in the 1990s, reestablishing the team’s reputation as “America’s Team.”
Off the field, Jones revolutionized the business side of football — pioneering stadium innovation, sponsorship deals, and global branding that reshaped the league’s economic landscape. His vision extended beyond his franchise, playing a key role in expanding NFL revenue and exposure worldwide.
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017, Jones is celebrated not only for his championships but for his lasting impact on how the NFL operates, markets, and grows. His combination of business acumen and competitive fire redefined what it means to own an NFL team.
Jones' Awards and Honors
- 3× Super Bowl champion (XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
- 2014 NFL Executive of the Year
- Oversaw the opening of AT&T Stadium (2009)
- Helped drive NFL’s television and sponsorship expansion
- Owner of one of the world’s most valuable sports franchises
NFL Records
- Only owner serving simultaneously as team president and general manager
- Instrumental in building the Cowboys into a global sports brand
- Played key role in shaping NFL’s modern financial and media structure
NFL Teams
Dallas Cowboys (1989–present)
NFL Stats
NFL Executive Career:
1989–Present
Super Bowl Championships:
3 (XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
NFC Championships:
3
Division Titles:
10+
Career Record (as GM):
Over 250 regular-season wins