Jerry Jones had an unexpected response to Dak Prescott’s viral moment

NewsWhat Jerry Jones said about the fan who called Dak Prescott embarrassingDallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones defended a fan’s right to criticize quarterback Dak Prescott after a viral postgame confrontation following a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)AP Photo/Sam HoddeDallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones says he has no problem with a fan criticizing quarterback Dak Prescott after the team’s latest loss, Sports Illustrated reported.The comments came days after a video went viral showing Prescott reacting to a man who called the Cowboys’ performance “embarrassing” following a 24-16 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jones said the person involved was not a Cowboys employee but a transportation driver working for a third-party company. He added that fans have the right to express how they feel about the team. Speaking on Dallas radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jones said fan criticism does not bother him. He said supporters are free to share their opinions, especially when the team is struggling. The incident happened as Prescott walked through a stadium tunnel after the loss. Video showed him turning toward the man after hearing the comment and appearing to challenge him to repeat it. The moment quickly spread across social media and became a major topic among NFL fans. Prescott later said he was not upset that someone criticized him. Instead, he said he was bothered because the man appeared to look away after making the remark. Prescott said people should be willing to stand behind what they say. The loss dropped Dallas to 2-3 and increased pressure on a team that entered the season with high expectations. While Prescott’s individual numbers have remained solid, the Cowboys are searching for answers after a disappointing start.Chris Pugh covers trending news and national breaking stories, focusing on the moments, conversations, and cultural flashpoints shaping the national news cycle. Chris worked as a digital reporter for...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.