Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has seemingly admitted that the end of his tenure as the team’s general manager may be near. In a recent interview, Jones acknowledged the “natural urgency” that comes with his age and the responsibilities of being the GM.
At 78 years old, Jones is one of the oldest owners in the NFL. He has been the Cowboys’ GM since 1989, making him the longest-tenured GM in the league. However, in recent years, the team has struggled to find success on the field, leading to speculation about Jones’ future as the GM.
During the interview, Jones was asked about the possibility of hiring a new GM to take over his duties. He responded by saying, “I don’t know that there’s a bright line there, but I do know that I don’t have time to waste.” This statement suggests that Jones is aware of his age and the limited time he has left to make an impact as the GM.
Jones also acknowledged that the Cowboys have not had the success they desire in recent years, stating, “We’ve had some great moments, but we’ve had some low moments. And I want to maximize our opportunity to win.” This further supports the idea that Jones is feeling the pressure to make changes and improve the team’s performance.
While Jones did not explicitly say that he is considering stepping down as the GM, his comments suggest that he is open to the idea of bringing in a new GM to take over the role. This would be a significant change for the Cowboys, as Jones has been the face of the franchise for over three decades.
In the past, Jones has been known for his hands-on approach as the GM, often making controversial decisions and taking control of the team’s personnel decisions. However, as he nears 80 years old, it seems that Jones is starting to realize the importance of delegating some of these responsibilities.
It remains to be seen what the future holds for Jones and the Cowboys, but his recent comments indicate that a change in the team’s leadership may be on the horizon. As the Cowboys continue to struggle on the field, it will be interesting to see if Jones follows through on his words and makes a change at the GM position.
