Jerry Jones sexual assault: Trial reportedly delayed again for Dallas Cowboys team owner

Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones' Sexual Assault Trial Delayed Again

A sexual assault lawsuit against Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been delayed yet again, pushing back the case to an undetermined date. The trial was initially set for Monday in the 160th District Court in Dallas County after two previous postponements.

Third Delay in a Lengthy Legal Battle

This marks the third time the trial has been rescheduled since it was first planned for March 18, 2024. It was initially pushed to March 3, 2025, before being delayed once more to Monday. A new trial date remains unannounced as of Friday afternoon.

The lawsuit stems from allegations made by a South Carolina woman who claims Jones “kissed her on the mouth and forcibly grabbed her without her consent” during a Cowboys home game on September 16, 2018. She filed the suit in March 2020.

Affidavits Offer Contrasting Accounts

Through legal filings, it has emerged that over a dozen figures within the Cowboys organization have submitted sworn affidavits regarding the events of September 16, 2018. Among those present in the Tom Landry Room on that day were Jones, DeMarcus Lawrence, Tyron Smith, Jason Garrett, Ezekiel Elliott, and Tyrone Crawford, among others.

Lawrence reportedly invited the alleged assault victim, known as J.G., to the game at the stadium that day with her son, who played high school football with the Cowboys defender. The affidavits from witnesses state they did not see Jones “touch anyone in a way that [they] believe was inappropriate or offensive.”

The woman is seeking damages for “severe emotional distress,” “psychological pain and suffering” and medical expenses.

Jones Faces Other Challenges

This legal battle comes as Jerry Jones, 82, who has owned the Cowboys since 1989, faces other challenges. The 2025 season will mark his 37th year in the NFL. He is currently embroiled in a contract dispute with star outside linebacker Micah Parsons, who is seeking a long-term extension. Parsons officially requested a trade last Friday.

Despite this, Jones has reassured the media that Dallas has “no intention” of honoring Parsons’ trade request. However, he acknowledged Tuesday that he has not yet begun contract talks with Parsons’ representatives.

“We will work through it,” Jones said. “Or we won’t work through it.”