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'That Can Definitely Be Frustrating': Dak Prescott Reacts to Jerry Jones’ $100 Billion Statement

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Nov 2, 2025 10:16 AM ET

Dak Prescott acknowledged fan frustration after Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said a natural‑gas opportunity was worth $100 billion and suggested it drew his attention away from the team. Prescott said he understood why supporters would be upset and stressed players must focus on what they can control as the trade deadline approaches.

Jones made the remark in a Wall Street Journal interview that drew immediate backlash given the Cowboys’ defensive struggles and the proximity of the NFL trade deadline. The comment fed a wider conversation about leadership priorities and whether Jones’s business interests distract from his dual role as owner and general manager. Prescott’s response came during a routine practice media session as the club prepared for a late‑season push.

August 10, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) and owner Jerry Jones (right) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Prescott struck a careful tone, recognising the emotional investment of the fan base while also defending Jones’s longstanding public persona and business record. He said the team’s job is to prepare for games and that the locker room needed to focus on executing rather than public noise. The quarterback framed the remarks as a distraction that players would manage internally while maintaining attention on opponents.

The remarks from Jones amplified already heated debate over Dallas’s roster construction and in‑season strategy. The Cowboys entered the week with clear defensive deficiencies and active trade rumours, and the owner’s comments intensified calls for swift roster moves to shore up the unit. Analysts and fans weighed whether Jones’s public priorities signalled a lack of urgency or were simply an off‑hand comment blown up by timing.

Dak Prescott Reacts to Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones’ $100 Billion Statement

Aug 29, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott , owner Jerry Jones and receiver Amari Cooper talk prior to the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Prescott shared his thoughts about what Jones recently said. This can be seen in a post shared by Jon Machota on X.

Dak Prescott said he can sympathize with fans who are frustrated about this recent Jerry Jones quote to the @WSJ:

“There’s $100 billion present value with (natural) gas out there. That’s why I’m talking to you on the telephone rather than trying to fix our defense with the… pic.twitter.com/qaCxOxGpuU

— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) October 30, 2025

For Prescott, the situation is both managerial and personal; he has led the offense through highs and lows and must now steady a team amid external controversy. His message was pragmatic: acknowledge fan feelings, then refocus on preparation. That approach reflects a veteran quarterback’s instinct to internalise distractions and keep teammates on task.

The episode underscored the fragile balance between franchise leadership and public perception. Prescott’s measured reaction aimed to soothe fans while signalling that the Cowboys will attempt to control the controllable as the season moves forward.