Dallas Cowboys fall to winless Tampa Bay, prompting owner outburst and fan backlash
The Cowboys were beaten by Tampa Bay on Thursday Night Football, with the defense surrendering 241 rushing yards. Owner Jerry Jones reacted visibly, and some fans directed harsh comments at tight end Jake Ferguson's wife.
Dallas owner Jerry Jones slammed his fist on a table during the team's loss to winless Tampa Bay on Thursday Night Football. The Buccaneers rushed for 241 yards, a performance that highlighted shortcomings in the Cowboys' defense under 34-year-old coordinator Christian Parker. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram described the defeat as a humiliating setback for the defensive staff.
Following the game, several Cowboys fans posted hostile messages on social media aimed at tight end Jake Ferguson's wife, influencer Haley Cavinder, who attended the game in branded apparel. One user suggested a divorce, while others mocked Ferguson's play, including a missed catch that resulted in a turnover.
The loss came despite Dallas entering the game as 9.5-point favorites, and it added to growing criticism of the team's coaching and performance this season.