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Jerry Jones had a better weekend than all of us as he’s now a bonafide Hall of Famer.
After the Cowboys’ were able to win their first of five preseason contests in a 20-18 victory over the Cardinals, the only thing left is to witness their owner become the 307th member of Pro Football’s most exclusive club. First, this never gets old, watch the moment he gets his visit signifying the honor:
Look back to the moment Jerry Jones & his family heard that special knock on the door, as he learned he'd be going into the @ProFootballHOF pic.twitter.com/X0SkYRr24s
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 5, 2017
Make no mistake, a preseason game was a sight for sore eyes but this weekend is about something much bigger and that’s the fact that Jerry Jones is now a Hall of Famer. This one is for the haters:
How 'bout them Cowboys?!
The legendary owner of the @dallascowboys Jerry Jones receives his #PFHOF17 Gold Jacket! pic.twitter.com/7A7MNZ7Ra9
— NFL (@NFL) August 5, 2017
Here is the first of many tribute videos to the visionary who became the first NFL owner to win three championships in his first seven years at the helm:
Tomorrow Jerry Jones will be officially inducted into the @ProFootballHOF #DallasCowboys players & coaches share what he has meant to them. pic.twitter.com/v9Yb5YDmiQ
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 4, 2017
This was quite the gesture from the city that Jerry Jones helped turn into a major market in the world of sports:
Pretty cool gesture by the @OmniDallas honoring Jerry Jones tonight
(photo via @BrianCurtisNBC5) pic.twitter.com/TlwX48lrYm
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 4, 2017
Social media has been buzzing starting on Friday with a party that was thrown in Canton to honor Mr. Jones’ induction. It was the place to be with everyone from former/ current players to political figures in attendance. When Jerry Jones is the master of ceremonies, spare no expense:
Report: Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ Hall of Fame party cost $16 million https://t.co/lsXL29KKD6 pic.twitter.com/SRrUO5Dwph
— All 22 (@all22) August 5, 2017
Jerry Jones has big names here tonight. Entire Cowboys roster & coaches. Aikman, Staubach, Jimmy Johnson, NFL commissioner, Chris Christie.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 5, 2017
Justin Timberlake gave an almost two-hour performance; he even covered Michael Jackson and Elvis:
Justin Timberlake invoking some Elvis just for Jerry, he said ... pic.twitter.com/lVk6GPn8g2
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 5, 2017
.@jtimberlake does Michael for #JerryJones @1053thefan pic.twitter.com/LzDMvZB7f6
— mike fisher ✭ (@fishsports) August 5, 2017
I mean, with napkins like these, it couldn’t have been anywhere close to affordable:
At Jerry's Hall of Fame party. This napkin says it all. I've heard more Jerry-ism's than anyone. I love 'em. Cheers to the man! pic.twitter.com/rVWh9GGxF5
— Tony Romo (@tonyromo) August 5, 2017
Speaking of Jerry-isms, they actually put together some hilarious videos of memorable quotes from the guy who is never short on them:
Cowboys put together tribute video for Jerry Jones, poking fun at Jerry-isms, at his Hall of Fame party. Aikman, Michael Irvin contributed: pic.twitter.com/jVasKE30OO
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 5, 2017
Cowboys produced tribute video for Jerry Jones, poking fun at Jerry-isms, at his Hall of Fame party. 2 ex presidents, Dak & Romo appeared: pic.twitter.com/OBc5tPWV5M
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 5, 2017
The Cowboys put together a tribute video for Jerry Jones, poking fun at his Jerry-isms, at his Hall of Fame party. Zeke Elliott contributed: pic.twitter.com/JKRpsWB6u8
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 5, 2017
Jerry Jones about to deliver his Hall of Fame speech. A salute to him via a tribute video at his party last night: pic.twitter.com/Ydy0WV2Pec
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
It would be easier to name the list of folks that didn’t attend his party and some were willing to admit a giant case of FOMO overtook them:
On my tombstone it will say: Life's Biggest Regret? Not getting at Jerry Jones HOF party. There is no cure for my FOMO right now
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) August 5, 2017
I skipped the Jerry Jones HoF party to cover a #Browns team scrimmage in which there were 0 offensive touchdowns. #100yearswar.
— Tony Grossi (@TonyGrossi) August 5, 2017
Cowboys’ past and present in these photos, some HOF’ers and others that may end up there one day:
Amazing night celebrating Jerry Jones @ProFootballHOF! How bout them Cowboys! @DezBryant @Bease11 @EzekielElliott @dallascowboys pic.twitter.com/e8IydLamfs
— Tony Dorsett (@Tony_Dorsett) August 5, 2017
Jerry Jones threw the biggest, most insane HOF party for himself featuring a Justin Timberlake performance https://t.co/y06Kqu3iH7 pic.twitter.com/d4Dn9aam0S
— Busted Coverage (@bustedcoverage) August 5, 2017
Grt conversation w my son @DezBryant @ JJ bash last nite The more Im w him. The more I believe this must b my son88 pic.twitter.com/1th4ZShsTd
— Michael Irvin (@michaelirvin88) August 5, 2017
I'm inspired by this man. Congratulations Jerry! #PFHOF17 #DallasCowboys @dallascowboys pic.twitter.com/A3ngDsfqUc
— Darren Woodson (@darrenwoodson28) August 5, 2017
Awesome Awesome Awesome time celebrating Jerry Jones!!! So fun!!!!! #PFHOF17 @EmmittSmith22 pic.twitter.com/Y5PzZPWJM4
— Pat Smith (@PatSmithTY) August 5, 2017
The party was undoubtedly a blast but it certainly didn’t end there. Jerry Jones was also part of the Hall of Fame parade Saturday before the ceremony:
A wonderful way to start a very special day!
Jerry Jones at today's @ProFootballHOF parade. #PFHOF17 pic.twitter.com/3WWOWHl17r
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 5, 2017
Right before the ceremony began, Jerry became only the third person including Tiger Woods and Michael Jordan to receive a special gift from Phil Knight of Nike:
Real recognize real. #GoldJacketJerry https://t.co/dO1wLE0oQ2
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 5, 2017
Here’s Jerry and the “Playmaker” Michael Irvin:
Got me a @ProFootballHOF Jacket pic with JJ This will be place in my home on the wall. pic.twitter.com/a3IXDJ1FIL
— Michael Irvin (@michaelirvin88) August 6, 2017
Right before Jerry was scheduled to take the stage, the entire Cowboys’ roster and coaches filed in to hear his induction speech:
The Cowboys players are filing in now in front of Jerry Jones' Hall of Fame speech here in Canton, sitting at the back: pic.twitter.com/Un6TT0juVg
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Rolling into the @ProFootballHOF induction ceremony to see the boss! #PFHOF17 pic.twitter.com/EkuxGxVXqH
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 6, 2017
Every Cowboy you could think of was in attendance for this speech, every Cowboy:
Tony Romo is in the building for Jerry Jones' speech pic.twitter.com/VCfzEhPq8c
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 6, 2017
Is anyone classier than Gene Jones, the matriarch of the Cowboys’ organization had some wonderful words but these rang truest:
"The biggest reward Jerry has in his life is working with our children" -- Gene Jones during Jerry Jones' presentation
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
Finally, we have the big reveal of Jerry’s Hall of Fame Bust:
There it is!
Gene Jones presents Jerry Jones & his bronze bust is revealed. #PFHOF17 pic.twitter.com/tPWfJbhKEw
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 6, 2017
pic.twitter.com/Qc1ToiqZI7
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 6, 2017
.@dallascowboys Jerry Jones' Bust #PFHOF17 pic.twitter.com/pw3QRHH8ON
— Pro Football HOF (@ProFootballHOF) August 6, 2017
A few highlights from his speech included:
Jerry Jones talking about his first NFL owners meeting and how he felt "overwhelmed." Like a freshman in a room full of All-Americans.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says when you strike out more than you succeed, "It's embarrassing to bust your ***."
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones talking about his Arkansas national championship teammates, first names and points at Jimmy Johnson.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says, "Tom Landry is the @dallascowboys. I honor him tonight."
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
On Jimmy Johnson:
Jerry Jones says Jimmy Johnson was a great teammate, great partner, and worked so well together, restored #Cowboys credibility.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
This moment. #PFHOF17 pic.twitter.com/heODPBG9TT
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones recognized Jimmy Johnson twice in his speech before the 9:30 mark.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
On Troy Aikman:
Jerry: We were so lucky to be so bad. Lucky because that 1st choice was a no-brainer. It was Troy Aikman.
— Kate Hairopoulos (@khairopoulos) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says Troy Aikman had all the talent to handle the weight of the world. He knew you could build a championship team around him.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
On Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, and Larry Allen:
Jerry on Irvin: "A person who has more magnetism, charisma & heart than any player I've ever known. Someone who is fallible, but so am I."
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, and Larry Allen introduced him to Canton, Ohio.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says @michaelirvin88 taught him to smile the broadest when things are the hardest.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
He even found a way to thank Herschel Walker:
Jerry Jones with perhaps an understatement: "I want to mention Herschel Walker."
— David Helman (@HelmanDC) August 6, 2017
Of course, you have to remember the guy that got it done:
Jerry key words & phrases: @RickGosselin9
I wouldn't be here without him
— Kate Hairopoulos (@khairopoulos) August 6, 2017
And, of course, these guys deserve some love for their contributions over the last decade plus:
Jerry key words & phrases: Tony Romo. No quarterback in Cowboys' history was asked to carry as much of the load as Tony.
— Kate Hairopoulos (@khairopoulos) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones: @JasonWitten is one of the top 5 people - not players, but people - I've met in the NFL. He too will be in #ProFootballHOF soon pic.twitter.com/8fWjgXbRci
— Jori Epstein (@JoriEpstein) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones then turns to Jason Witten to thank him: "Jason will be here. He'll have one of these jackets."
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones turns to DeMarcus Ware: "He'll get to Canton before Witten." Jones then thanks his long-time assistant.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
After thanking his coaches and players, it was time to thank the family:
Jerry Jones says the greatest joy of his life is to work with his sons, Stephen & Jerry, Jr., and also his daughter Charlotte.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
Jerry gives @CJonesAnderson her due. She works on NFL's efforts on safety in youth football, heads Salvation Army efforts & much more...
— Kate Hairopoulos (@khairopoulos) August 6, 2017
All the feels @CJonesAnderson. #PRHOF17 pic.twitter.com/M3PoQ9RIdo
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 6, 2017
pic.twitter.com/4ddmHBkPjH
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 6, 2017
Surprisingly, half-hour into Jerry Jones' HOF speech and he hasn't choked up once. But he has caused all 3 of his children to get emotional
— Jon Machota (@jonmachota) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says his wife, Gene, has been present for every one of the #Cowboys' 597 games since 1989.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones says if he is Troy Aikman, then his family is Jay Novacek -- they are always there.
— Mark Lane (@therealmarklane) August 6, 2017
The best zinger of the night:
Jerry Jones couldn't help himself: "After Jimmy screwed up and we parted ways" ... & says there will be no confessions tonight. Jimmy laughs
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Last but certainly not least, he thanks all the fans:
Jerry Jones ending by thanking the fans: "The Dallas Cowboys fans are the greatest fans on Earth."
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
Jerry Jones also says he loves Giants, Eagles and Commanders fans, too.
— Brandon George (@DMN_George) August 6, 2017
All in all, it was the longest speech of the night, almost 37 minutes and he didn’t shed a tear though a lot of others did. It was an incredible speech, filled with passion, comedy, nostalgia, and most importantly a genuine love for the game!
One last salute to Jerry Jones, the very deserving 16th Dallas Cowboy in the Pro Football Hall of Fame!
Jerry Jones is OFFICIALLY in the @ProFootballHOF pic.twitter.com/jygznCiAci
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 6, 2017
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