Can the Dallas Cowboys do well with a statement win over the San Francisco 49ers?
Jerry Jones believes the opportunity is there after the New York Giants’ loss to the Washington Commanders opened the NFC East race.
“I’ve seen teams win games that were struggling then all of a sudden that became the underpinning and the energy that caused the team to go from pretender to contender, so to speak,” Jones said.
The Cowboys head into Sunday’s matchup at 4-5 after a narrow 27-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
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Jerry Jones Sees a Major Opportunity for Cowboys Against 49ers
Oct 8, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones speaks with a reporter before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
The Giants’ 24-21 loss to the Commanders has given the Cowboys some encouragement.
Jones previously described the matchup as one of the biggest games the franchise has had in quite some time. A victory over the 7-1 49ers would give Dallas a chance to build momentum and change the conversation surrounding its season.
However, the team will also need a much cleaner performance than they delivered against the Colts.
Jones admitted that the performance left mixed feelings.
“Bittersweet,” he said. “The offense statistics are impressive. The defense played some great snaps. On the other hand, we had to have some help to get that win. Overall, we’re not playing very good,” via Roundtable.
Troy Aikman Raises Questions About Cowboys’ Coaching Situation
Former Cowboys QB Troy Aikman has offered another perspective on what the franchise needs to become a contender.
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During an appearance on The Musers, Aikman was asked about the possibility of running an NFL team and choosing a head coach.
“I’ve been asked a lot of questions here, certainly over the last several weeks, about any aspirations that I may have of going in a front office,” Aikman said.
He also emphasized how much coaching matters to an NFL organization, adding, “Coaching matters and it has an impact on an organization.”
Jerry Jones also addressed Brandon Aubrey’s recent struggles from long distance. Aubrey missed a 50-yard attempt against the Colts, although a low snap may have affected the kick.
“I’d give him the benefit of the doubt on that,” Jones said on 105.3 The Fan.
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