Jerry Jones has publicly backed Troy Aikman amid reports of tension between Aikman and ESPN over his commentary contract.
01Summary
- 01Ryan Glasspiegel of Front Office Sports reported last week that 'tension' has been brewing between Aikman and Buck.
- 02Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, has vouched for Aikman, his former quarterback, in the dispute.
- 03Jones previously also involved himself in the media career of another ex-Cowboys quarterback, Tony Romo.
02Why it matters
This story matters because it shows how a prominent NFL owner's influence extends into the media careers of his former players, potentially affecting ESPN's contract decisions.
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