Gerald McCoy: It would be 'great to hear a statement from Jerry Jones'

Cowboys defensive tackle Gerald McCoy has called out owner Jerry Jones for his continued silence in regards to the nationwide protests sparked by the death of George Floyd.

"The Dallas Cowboys are the most recognized franchise in the world. They can get behind it, whether it’s the players or just being in the movement, period, and showing their support," McCoy told ESPN. "It would be great to hear a statement from the Cowboys, great to hear a statement from Jerry Jones in support of everything that’s going on. Will that get me in trouble saying that? I don’t know, but the truth is it needs to be said. The problem is people are afraid to have the conversations."

Jones has not made any sort of public statement regarding the protests or renewed support of players kneeling during the national anthem. However, Jones has previously voiced his opposition of protesting during the anthem.

"I do think this recent effort by the league office and the players association to have discussions ... is a worthy effort," Jones said in 2018. "And that's what you're seeing happen right now. But in general, I will speak for one, and everybody knows where we stand, and we stand as a team. "Our policy is that you stand at the anthem, toe on the line."