Cowboys' Jerry Jones Shares Love for Squirrel Brains and Raccoon Meat

The longtime team owner reminisced about unique culinary traditions during a radio interview, sparking interest in his rural Arkansas upbringing.

Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, revealed his fondness for eating raccoon and squirrel, including squirrel brains, during his weekly radio appearance on 105.3 The Fan.
Jones shared that his mother often prepared squirrel dishes, and he fondly recalled family discussions over who got to eat the squirrel brain, which he described as 'delicious.'
The conversation was prompted by Carolina Panthers rookie Xavier Legette's recent comments about eating raccoon, a tradition in his South Carolina household.
Jones emphasized that consuming raccoon and squirrel was not uncommon during his upbringing in rural Arkansas, where such meals were part of everyday life.
The unusual topic drew attention as Jones also addressed football matters, including his confidence in the Cowboys' coaching staff and defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer.