FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones revealed to the world on Tuesday that he’s indulged in some exotic culinary choices, including raccoons and squirrels.
The subject came up in a radio interview on 105.3 The Fan since Carolina Panthers rookie wide receiver Xavier Legette, the Cowboys’ Week 15 opponent, told the “St. Brown Podcast” that he’s consumed raccoons.
“I’ve eaten a lot of raccoon,” Jones saidon Tuesday. “Yes, the answer is yes. I’ve eaten it hunting, and I’ve actually had it served by my mom at the table away from hunting. … It’s not uncommon at all. … One of my favorites is squirrel. It’s wonderful, and my mother could do a great job of [preparing] it. We all had our favorite pieces. … My mom and I would even ask for the brain in a squirrel. Delicious. …