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Arkansas Razorbacks Won’t Be Getting NIL Help From Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones
Sep 23, 2017; Arlington, TX, USA; Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is presented with his Arkansas Razorbacks jersey at half time of the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium. Tim Heitman-Imagn Images
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has not been shy when it comes to showing his admiration for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He grew up in Little Rock and was a member of the team’s 1964 National Championship squad as a co-captain. Jones has been seen cheering on his alma mater at sporting events in the past. Donations have been made to the university and AT&T Stadium, the home of the Cowboys, hosts the annual rivalry game between the Razorbacks and Texas A&M Aggies. Given how successful of a businessman Jones has been, he could certainly help the school in the new world of collegiate sports with NIL money. We have seen plenty of celebrities and social media personalities get involved, most recently with the Michigan Wolverines. In an attempt to sway five-star+ high school prospect, quarterback Bryce Underwood, the Wolverines have reportedly offered him $10.5 million with the help of Barstool Sports founder and owner, Dave Portnoy. Alas, that kind of monetary support from Jones isn’t coming anytime soon an

This article first appeared on NIL on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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