Jerry Jones is going to do it: He'll bring back a Cowboys legend to help them become Super Bowl champions again

The Dallas Cowboys could be preparing for a reunion with one of the most important figures in their history.

Jerry Jones has made it clear that he would welcome the opportunity to bring Troy Aikman back into the organisation, potentially giving the franchise legend a role in shaping the team's future.

Aikman's broadcasting career is approaching a crossroads, with his ESPN contract set to expire after the 2026 NFL season.

The former quarterback has not received an extension like his longtime Monday Night Football colleague Joe Buck , who signed a reported six-year, $108 million deal in September.

Speaking on Dallas radio station 105.3 The Fan on Tuesday, October 27, Jones was asked whether he would consider employing Aikman in a front-office position.

“Yes, I could and would,” Jones said regarding if he’s open to Aikman taking up a role within the organization. “It’s that simple because I do think that much of him with his basic command and knowledge of NFL football. He’s certainly qualified to do anything mentioned. He’s outstanding.

“The answer is not necessarily that we’re going to do anything more direct with the team at this time, but don’t rule it out. It is very possible.”

The comments followed a conversation between the pair before Dallas defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-21 on October 26.

While Jones has not confirmed a formal offer or a specific position, his remarks have raised the prospect of Aikman returning to the franchise where he built his legacy.

Why Troy Aikman could be the Cowboys' next big addition

Aikman is far more than a familiar face for Cowboys supporters. Selected first overall in the 1989 NFL Draft, he spent 12 seasons in Dallas and led the franchise to three Super Bowl championships during the 1990s.

He was named Super Bowl XXVII MVP and later inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

His experience could be valuable to an organisation that has struggled to return to the sport's biggest stage. Dallas has not won a Super Bowl since the 1995 season, despite remaining one of the NFL's most prominent franchises.

Aikman has also indicated that he would seriously consider returning if Jones believed he could help the team.

“We’ve been through the highest of highs, we’ve been through some pretty tough moments as well. Our relationship is complicated. I think he would agree with that, but it is one that’s built, I believe, on respect,” the Hall of Famer told Mike Fischer last week.

“This week, he said some really kind things, which meant a lot to me, quite honestly. So, yeah, I would welcome any conversation with Jerry, and quite honestly I don’t know if there would be, or if there ever would be an opportunity. But if Jerry came to me and felt that, in his heart, I could lend some services that would help make them better, I would, I’d have a hard time not taking a good look at that.”

A return would require more than nostalgia

Although the possibility of a reunion will excite Dallas fans, Aikman's responsibilities would be crucial. Jones already serves as the Cowboys ' owner and general manager, so a meaningful front-office appointment would need a clearly defined role and influence.

Aikman has gained valuable insight into the game through his broadcasting career and recently served as a consultant during the Miami Dolphins ' search for a head coach and general manager. That experience could provide a foundation for a position involving football operations, player evaluation or strategic advice.

His relationship with Jones has not always been straightforward, but both men have spoken positively about the respect that remains between them.

Aikman is expected to complete the current NFL season with ESPN before considering his next step. For now, there is no confirmed agreement with Dallas, and Jones has explicitly stopped short of announcing an immediate appointment.

Nevertheless, the possibility is real enough to keep Cowboys supporters watching closely. Bringing Aikman back would reconnect the franchise with a central figure from its championship era, although any return would need to deliver more than sentimental value.

If Jones and Aikman can agree on a role that genuinely strengthens the organisation, the reunion could become an important development in Dallas's pursuit of another Super Bowl title.