“What we’re seeing is simply…staggering” said reporter Boris Sanchez on CNN. Behind him ran a video of the aftermath of the tragedy that was the July Texas Flood. With at least 57 dead, including 27 campers on day 3, the number keeps rising as the search goes on. This is the worst catastrophe the Lone Star State has faced since 2017 with Hurricane Harvey.

Texas and its people are going through a difficult time. In response, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones stepped in with a helpful gesture. Following the lead of the Houston Texans, the Cowboys issued a statement on X, of grief and solidarity at this time. “This has been devastating to see and we hold everyone impacted in our thoughts and prayers”.

As a token of support, the franchise made a crucial donation of $500,000 “to provide immediate resources for rescue, relief and long term recovery efforts.” The donation will go directly to organizations facilitating recovery in the hardest-hit areas. In tandem with the Salvation Army, the Dallas Cowboys’ contribution may prove vital to rebuilding efforts. Jerry Jones may have scored one of the most meaningful touchdowns in Cowboys’ history.

Although the donation was made for a good cause, the people on X are a tough crowd. One comment read “All that money y’all have…that’s like giving 5.00 dollars“. Another user posted a screenshot of the Dallas Cowboys’ $10.1B team value to highlight how small the donation seemed. As more people echoed the sentiment in the comments, the thread turned into a debate over the amount donated. However, one person summed up the whole charade well by saying, “I’m sorry, y’all talking s— about how much they donated. How much did you donate?”

There were other more sensible comments in the thread as one fan said, “$500,000 may not fix everything, but it sends a message. Texas stands together.” In such a difficult time in the state, people are standing together and working to find solace in a time of loss. This touchdown needs a QB’s throw, and in comes a 3-time Super Bowl champion, Troy Aikman.

After Jerry Jones, Troy Aikman shows his support

When Troy Aikman stood at the podium in 1996 and was hailed as a national hero, there were some who asked why. Well, if he didn’t convince them back then, he did now. In a heartfelt message, he passed his condolences for the lives lost due to the Texas Floods. The NFL legend took to X to share his sentiments.

“My heart is with the children still missing in the Texas Hill Country—and with those who have been found and heartbreakingly lost,” Aikman wrote. “It’s impossible to put that kind of pain into words. I’m praying for the families still waiting, and for strength for those now grieving. Grateful for everyone doing the hard work to bring the rest of these kids home.”

At the time, it was reported that there were 700 children camping at Camp Mystic. The camp, built “to boost a camper’s self-confidence and to nurture the development of their individual character,” became a place that welcomed a tsunami of terror. Of 700 children, 27 were found dead, and the number keeps rising.

Aikman, who rarely shares on social media, took this weekend to post something meaningful and raw. His message wasn’t just a sympathetic stunt. It was a call for action to unite Texans together. And the sporting world has responded, as both teams, the Houston Texans and the Dallas Cowboys donated five hundred thousand dollars apiece. “How ’bout them Cowboys?“