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Jerry Jones Faces NFL Fine for Obscene Gesture

10/6/2025

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Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner, may face a National Football League (NFL) fine for an obscene gesture during the Cowboys' 37-22 win over the New York Jets.
He was seen smiling and flashing the middle finger to Jets fans.
Precedent fines for similar gestures include Bud Adams's $250,000 fine in 2009 (Titans) and David Tepper's $300,000 fine in 2023 (Panthers).

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Jerry Jones, Dallas Cowboys owner, may face a National Football League (NFL) fine for an obscene gesture during the Cowboys' 37-22 win over the New York Jets.
He was seen smiling and flashing the middle finger to Jets fans.
Precedent fines for similar gestures include Bud Adams's $250,000 fine in 2009 (Titans) and David Tepper's $300,000 fine in 2023 (Panthers).