Jerry Jones recently grabbed headlines for doing one of the Dallas Cowboys’ legends dirty. Last month, Troy Aikman accused the general manager of tweaking the narrative about him in the team’s eight-part Netflix documentary. And now, former wide receiver Jesse Holley pointed out another instance where Jones treated Aikman poorly. Holley didn’t mince words in revealing that Dallas never considered the former quarterback for any relevant role over the years.

“When we know for a fact that Jerry is asking and consulting a bunch of other people that he probably should not,” Holley said via DLLS Cowboys’ post on X. “And to leave out Troy to me is such a, the highest level of malpractice of front office, GMing, whatever you want to call it. This level of malpractice is another one of the small indicators of why this thing has gone so wrong in the last 30 years.”

After ending the 2025 season with a terrible 7-10 record, the Miami Dolphins have implemented multiple changes. They welcomed new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan and head coach Jeff Hafley from the Green Bay Packers. Miami also hired former Cowboys signal caller Troy Aikman as its consultant. The role will allow him to impart the knowledge he gained from his experience both on and off the field.

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Has it never occurred to Dallas to use him in this capacity or a similar one? In a March 31 interview with DLLS Cowboys, Aikman revealed that his former franchise never approached him after his NFL career.

“I mean, as a consultant, Will McClay [vice president for football personnel] doesn’t get to do it in Dallas, and he’s been there a long time,” Aikman said. “… the Cowboys have never elected to do that, at least with me. Maybe they have with others.” 

Reacting to Aikman’s revelation, Holley didn’t hold back in blaming Jerry Jones for not utilizing him. He reminded everyone of the ex-quarterback’s legacy. His run included three Super Bowl wins, a Super Bowl MVP title, and six Pro Bowl selections, among other records. Moreover, he highlighted that players such as Roger Staubach and the iconic trio of Michael Irvin, Emmitt Smith, and Aikman symbolize the team’s success.

Jesse believes it’s both shocking and frustrating that Dallas never contacted him for a consulting role. Leaving out someone with that level of experience and football knowledge makes no sense. So, Aikman’s newfound support for the Dolphins hurts and reflects the Cowboys’ deeper issues. It could be why Jerry Jones’ team hasn’t found sustained success in decades. Meanwhile, Aikman shared his thoughts on his new role at Miami.

Troy Aikman shares excitement for Miami’s 2026 season

In January 2026, the Dolphins welcomed Aikman as their temporary consultant to assist with their offseason revamp. He took on the role on January 2, while serving as a broadcaster for the league and carrying out other ventures. After his appointment, the former Dallas quarterback weighed in on what led to his hiring.

“I think the Dolphins were wise in understanding my relationships around the league and knowing that I have information that they don’t have or can’t get,” Aikman said. “And I think they were smart in taking advantage of that, whether it was through me or through somebody else.”

Despite his eleven-year stint with the Cowboys, Troy didn’t shy away from admitting that he’ll be supporting Miami this season. He claimed that he’s invested in their journey now, while acknowledging the challenges of rebuilding a team from scratch. Aikman believes the 2026 season won’t be easy.

With roster and salary cap challenges following the departure of Tua Tagovailoa, the team could face early struggles. Still, he remains hopeful, and his confidence stems from the talented additions the Dolphins have made since the past season ended. He wants to see the Dolphins succeed, especially since he now has a minor role in their journey. Over in Dallas, Jerry Jones also looks forward to a stronger season after a catastrophic defensive performance last year.