A tweet by Jon Machota, the reporter who covers the Dallas Cowboys for The Athletic, shared a revelation from Cowboys owner Jerry Jones about his food preferences. Jones, known for his bold takes and billionaire status, shared his love for gamey meals, prompting reactions from NFL fans and followers.
Fans React to Jerry Jones’ Peculiar Food Choices
Jones appeared on the radio station “105.3 The Fan” where he discussed his preferences. During the conversation, the host questioned him about Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette’s claim that Jones likes to eat raccoons and squirrel brains. Machota, in his tweet, highlighted that the Cowboys GM indeed enjoyed them as delicacies.
Jones, when asked if he’s ever had a raccoon, as mentioned by the Panthers WR, said, “I’ve eaten a lot of raccoons. The answer is yes. … It’s not uncommon at all. One of my favorites is squirrel. It’s wonderful. We all had our favorite pieces. … My mom and I would even ask for the brain of the squirrel. Delicious. Seriously,” Machota recounted of Jones’ response.
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones on @1053thefan when asked if he's ever had raccoon after it was recently mentioned by Panthers WR Xavier Legette: "I've eaten a lot of raccoon. The answer is yes. … It's not uncommon at all. One of my favorites is squirrel. It's wonderful. We all had…
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) December 17, 2024
Many were left trying to digest Jones’ unique food choices, especially after he casually shared his love for these unconventional delicacies. While the online reactions poured in, fans took a deeper dive into Jones’ other food quirks.
One fan tried to understand Jones’ choices, asking, “What in the hell?”
What in the hell man https://t.co/OfRnvuAgjo
— Travis Hancock (@TBoneWFNZ) December 17, 2024
A fan had a humorous reaction to a photo that suggested having a line in the food choices.
Jerry Jones said https://t.co/GvUFKio2sk pic.twitter.com/meOhy6WjSF
— 13 Yung James aka NBA JIM 1UP (@jims__juice) December 17, 2024
Another had a bitter take, claiming, “Confirmed… eating squirrel brains makes you think you are the best GM ever.”
Confirmed… eating squirrel brains makes you think you are the best GM ever
— Kraze (@wannabekraze) December 17, 2024
One commented on the Cowboys’ grappling condition, writing, “Team is closing out the 29th year of falling well short of an NFC championship game, and they talk about eating squirrels – but it ensures Jerry comes back next week.”
Team is closing out the 29th year of falling well short of a NFC championship game and they talk about eating squirrels – but it ensures Jerry comes back next week
— Hillbilly Progeny (@TomT_FL) December 17, 2024
Another was left dumbstruck, writing, “Bro….”
Bro….
— Matt Owen (@ProfessorO_NFL) December 17, 2024
One X user again took the conversation to the team, writing, “Good lord lol. Dallas will suck as long as this guy owns the team.”
Good lord lol. Dallas will suck as long as this guy owns the team
— Sport News Inc. (@NewsSportsINC) December 17, 2024
“Save the squirrels Jerry You’re already nuts,” joked another.
Save the squirrels Jerry
You're already nuts— JM (@maurjake) December 17, 2024
Despite his massive wealth, Jones remains fond of simpler, fast food options. He has been spotted on “Hard Knocks” enjoying a sausage, egg, and cheese McGriddle, and he’s notorious for adding extra salt to his sandwich, even though it already contains a hefty sodium load.
But it doesn’t stop there. Jones is also a huge fan of Tex-Mex, particularly from Mia’s Tex-Mex in Dallas, and has very specific food preferences, even for fast food. His love for Whataburger is well-known, and he’s strict about how he likes it. He prefers it “untouched,” meaning he doesn’t mind if it’s been sitting for a while, as he enjoys the “original flavor when it’s coming out the sack.”
Whether it’s a raccoon or a Whataburger, Jerry marches to the beat of his peculiar culinary drum.