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An Abbreviated History Of People Giving The Middle Finger In Sports
Jerry Jones made the gesture after the Cowboys' 37-22 win over the winless Jets, possibly celebrating or provoking, with the NFL considering a fine for the act.
- During Week 5, Dallas owner Jerry Jones flashed his middle finger at New York Jets fans at MetLife Stadium during the 37-22 win.
- Dez Bryant posted a clip on X showing Jones flip the bird while clapping, but it is not known what prompted the gesture; a second-angle clip suggested Jones responded to an unnamed Jets fan.
- Dak Prescott delivered a standout performance with four touchdowns, two to Jake Ferguson, while Dallas defense had five sacks and a takeaway despite 11 penalties, prompting Brian Schottenheimer to say `I think we're spoiled`.
- The NFL could review Jones' conduct and impose fines, following precedents like Bud Adams' $250,000, David Tepper's $300,000, and Travis Kelce's $14,491 penalties.
- With the win Dallas sits 2-2-1 and will face the Carolina Panthers in Week 6, while the Jets fell to 0-5; league commentators warned of increased scrutiny over Jones' conduct.
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Cowboys' Jerry Jones gives fans middle finger as team tops Jets
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones appeared to give the middle finger to New York Jets fans as the team won their matchup, 37-22, on Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium.A video posted on social media and shared by former Cowboys star wide receiver Dez Bryant showed Jones flashing the bird as he clapped for his team.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Quit playing with Mr. Jerry Jones," Bryant wrote on X.Fox News Digital reached out …
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Total News Sources12
Leaning Left2Leaning Right3Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution45% Center
Bias Distribution
- 45% of the sources are Center
45% Center
L 22%
C 45%
R 33%
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