Overview

• Cheerleaders’ hourly pay has risen from roughly $15–$20 to about $75 after a 400% increase approved for the 2025–26 season.
• Veterans Jada McLean and Armani Latimer led the push for fair pay and retired after five seasons, leaving a legacy of candid dialogue and authenticity.
• Jerry Jones endorsed the raise, surprising fans by supporting a significant boost for the squad’s compensation.
• Director Kelli Finglass described the increase as a game-changer that was long overdue after more than 60 years of static pay.
• Season 2 of Netflix’s docuseries documented squad tensions as Chandi Dayle lost her first leader title for a contract violation and KayDianna quit shortly after replacing her.