Trending Now - Jerry Jones Nearly Takes a Tumble During Clinton's Surprise Visit

WHO:

Sportskeeda - Jerry Jones, owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys, and Bill Clinton, 42nd President of the United States.

dallascowboys.com - Stephen Jones, Will McClay, Brian Schottenheimer, and media members present at the press conference.

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - Jerry Jones nearly fell off the stage while trying to greet Bill Clinton during a pre-draft meeting.

dallascowboys.com - The Dallas Cowboys have two first-round picks in the upcoming NFL Draft, specifically picks No. 12 and No. 20.

dallascowboys.com - Stephen Jones announced that the Cowboys will not negotiate a new contract with wide receiver George Pickens, who will play under the franchise tag in 2026.

dallascowboys.com - Bill Clinton entertained the media with a story about Jerry Jones playing guard for Arkansas in the 1960s.

WHERE:

dallascowboys.com - The event took place in Frisco, Texas, at a Dallas Cowboys pre-draft press conference.

WHEN:

dallascowboys.com - The pre-draft press conference occurred on Wednesday, April 20th, 2026.

dallascowboys.com - Bill Clinton's visit was scheduled for April 20th, 2026, coinciding with the NFL Draft on April 21st, 2026.

WHY:

dallascowboys.com - Bill Clinton's surprise visit was to reconnect with Jerry Jones, a longtime friend from their shared Arkansas roots.

HOW:

dallascowboys.com - Jerry Jones attempted to greet Bill Clinton during the press conference, which led to his near fall from the stage.

(UPDATED April 22, 2026 21:21 UTC)

At a pre-draft press conference in Frisco, Texas, on Monday, Jerry Jones nearly fell off the stage while trying to greet former President Bill Clinton, who was visiting to reconnect with his longtime friend from their Arkansas roots. During the event, Stephen Jones announced that the Dallas Cowboys will not negotiate a new contract with wide receiver George Pickens, who will play under the franchise tag this season, and the team is preparing for the NFL Draft with two first-round picks at No. 12 and No. 20. Clinton entertained the media with a story about Jerry's time playing guard for Arkansas in the 1960s, adding a lighthearted touch to the proceedings.