Jones' Gas Remark Fuels Trade-Deadline Scrutiny

Cowboys owner and GM Jerry Jones told the Wall Street Journal he’s been preoccupied with a $100 billion natural-gas opportunity, a remark that has fueled fan frustration about his attention to the team. Quarterback Dak Prescott acknowledged fans’ annoyance but defended Jones as being taken out of context, saying Jones has never lied about who he is and suggesting the comment may have referred to a brief moment. Dallas is 3-4-1, boasting a high-scoring offense but ranking near the bottom in total and pass defense, putting pressure on coordinator Matt Eberflus and the front office. With the Nov. 4 trade deadline approaching, the Cowboys are widely viewed as potential buyers to shore up the defense and have been linked to edge rushers Maxx Crosby and Trey Hendrickson, though some reports say talks have been rebuffed. Prescott urged teammates to focus on individual and collective improvement while leaving roster decisions to those involved in trade discussions. Critics and commentators renewed calls for Jones to consider hiring a dedicated, experienced general manager to address perceived conflicts between his business interests and team responsibilities.