The veteran Cowboys reporter spoke on Jones’s recent outburst while promoting a new initiative providing scholarships for military families.

"The facts are that if I’m going to be grilled by the tribunal, I don’t need it to be by the guys I’m paying," Jones said.

Speaking with The Athletic’s Dianna Russini during Tuesday’s NFL meetings in Atlanta, the Cowboys owner said he didn’t appreciate being grilled by people he’s “paying.” Earlier in the day, Jones became defensive when asked about the team’s roster and quiet offseason on his weekly radio spot with “Shan & RJ” on 105.3 The Fan (KRLD-FM).