Jerry Jones Denies Cooper Rush Was Benched to Avoid $250K Bonus

The Cowboys owner claims he was unaware of Rush's incentive clause as Trey Lance started the season finale against Washington.

Cooper Rush missed a $250,000 bonus tied to playing 55% of the Cowboys' offensive snaps after being benched in the final game of the season.
Rush had played 52.5% of the team's snaps entering the game and needed a full game to reach the incentive threshold.
Jerry Jones stated he was unaware of Rush's contract incentives and denied financial motives influenced the decision to start Trey Lance.
Trey Lance, acquired via trade in 2023, played his first full game for Dallas, completing 20 of 34 passes for 244 yards and rushing for 26 yards.
Rush, who started eight games this season after Dak Prescott's injury, helped the Cowboys remain competitive with a 4-4 record in his starts.