Never ask Jerry Jones to communicate via sign language.

The Dallas Cowboys owner said it was never his intention to issue a middle finger to fans at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, and that the “unfortunate” gesture was supposed to be a celebratory thumbs up.

Jones went viral on social media for casting a quick one-finger salute from his suite — seemingly directed at the local crowd — following Dak Prescott’s fourth touchdown pass during the Cowboys’ 37-22 road victory over the New York Jets . 4

Jerry Jones middle fingers fans: pic.twitter.com/XDdsznLuv3 — Spencer Hakimian (@SpencerHakimian) October 6, 2025

The gesture has proved costly with the NFL levying a $250,000 fine against the Cowboys’ owner that he may appeal, per ESPN .

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