Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys, has consistently dismissed concerns about the glaring sun issues at AT&T Stadium, which have plagued players during afternoon games. The design of the $1.2 billion stadium includes large glass windows that allow natural light to stream onto the field, often blinding players during key plays. This issue has resulted in several missed opportunities over the years, with the most recent instance involving wide receiver CeeDee Lamb in a 34-6 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Lamb admitted postgame that he couldn’t see the ball due to the sun, and his frustrations echo a history of similar complaints from Cowboys players and fans alike.

Jones has refused to address the problem by installing curtains or other sun-blocking measures, defending the stadium’s design by arguing that both teams face the same conditions. He has responded to criticism with sarcasm, suggesting that solutions such as tearing down the stadium are unnecessary. Critics, however, argue that the home-field advantage is undermined by this persistent issue, as it disproportionately impacts the Cowboys’ performance​

Interestingly, while the Cowboys continue to grapple with these issues, other teams are taking proactive steps. For example, the Tennessee Titans’ new Nissan Stadium, set to open in the coming years, incorporates modern shading solutions to avoid similar problems. This stark contrast highlights how some franchises prioritize player performance and game-day conditions in their stadium designs, leaving the Cowboys’ approach under increased scrutiny​..