Dallas Cowboys enthusiasts and NFL supporters might have sought some respite after the last weekend of the regular season, which included Dallas’ narrow 23–19 defeat to the Washington Commanders. Additionally, they might have wanted a distraction from the ongoing speculation about whether head coach Mike McCarthy would be dismissed.

Typically, watching the popular series “Landman” on Paramount Plus offers some non-football entertainment. However, viewers were likely taken aback by Cowboys’ team owner Jerry Jones making a guest appearance in Sunday’s episode, the ninth of the show’s debut season. In this scene, Jones visits Monty Miller (portrayed by Jon Hamm), an oil industry peer, who is hospitalized following a heart attack.

Also present is Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), a lawyer and crisis manager for Miller’s M-Tex Oil. As a highly successful entrepreneur in real life, Jones’ presence lends authenticity to the world of “Landman.” He and Miller have amassed their fortunes in similar ways and are presumed to be well-acquainted in the series.

Miller’s status is elevated by having someone as renowned as Jones visit him in the hospital. These characters are contemporaries, and Jones expresses to his colleague how significant it was to collaborate with his family. (Additionally, suggesting that delegating some duties could benefit Miller’s health, which is evidently compromised.)

For those acquainted with Jones and the Cowboys’ management, his remarks about involving his three children in the business resonate. All three children hold executive positions with the team and are co-owners of the franchise. His son Stephen serves as the chief operating officer and director of player personnel.

His daughter Charlotte is the chief brand officer, while Jerry Jones Jr. oversees sales and marketing. Jones’ appearance in a TV drama might seem to invite mockery, but fans were impressed by his performance and the acting skills he displayed in the scene. Given the acclaim Jones received for his role, he might anticipate a recurring part in the series.

Writer Taylor Sheridan could be working on that possibility right now, perhaps even securing some benefits from the Cowboys in the process. Many Cowboys fans might wish Jones develops a passion for acting and chooses to dedicate some of his time to it, rather than managing the team—though maybe only after a decision is made regarding McCarthy’s future.