Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones responded sharply to criticism regarding the team's coaching expenditures during a disappointing 2026 season. In a statement on November 4, Jones used the phrase "Put That in Your Hopper and Smoke It" to dismiss detractors who questioned the organization's spending on coaching staff.
The remarks come as the Cowboys struggle through a subpar campaign, prompting scrutiny of the front office's financial commitments to the coaching hierarchy. Jones defended the investments, asserting that the team's coaching structure remains a priority despite the on-field results.
Farhaan Moulvi of College Sports Network reported the comments, which highlight the tension between the franchise's expectations and its current performance.
