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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Sport
Marie Joy Toledo

What 'Obscene Gesture' Did Jerry Jones Make? The Real Story Behind the Cowboys Owner's $250K Fine

Dallas Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones (Credit: AFP News)

Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, has been fined $250,000 (approximately £186,000) by the National Football League after being filmed making what appeared to be an obscene hand gesture during the Cowboys' away match against the New York Jets.

The incident occurred late in the game at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, shortly after Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott threw his fourth touchdown pass. Footage showing Jones seemingly raising his middle finger toward the stands quickly went viral on social media.

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