FAYETTEVILLE—Newly unearthed archival records reveal that Jerry Jones and Jimmy Johnson's legendary friendship began during their freshman year at the University of Arkansas in 1962, sparked by a heated debate over the best BBQ sauce.
"It was a clash of culinary titans," reminisced Jones, recalling how their initial bonding over playbook strategies quickly turned into a late night passionate argument over sweet vs. spicy ribs.
Johnson, known for his fiery personality, reportedly defended a vinegar-based concoction while Jones staunchly advocated for a secret family recipe involving molasses and moonshine.
"We knew from that moment we were destined for greatness—both in football and barbecue critiques," Jones chuckled, sharing a faded photograph of the duo in Razorbacks jerseys adorned with sauce stains.
Despite their divergent saucy preferences, Jones and Johnson's shared love for football and finger-licking good food laid the foundation for future championships and a lifelong partnership on the gridiron and the grill.
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