While the New Jersey governor 's unusual adoration of the Dallas Cowboys has been well documented , Chris Christie 's loyalty for America 's team was on full display Sunday night when he was seen giving Cowboys owner Jerry Jones a bear hug after the team made a huge comeback to defeat the Detroit Lions . New York Gov . Chris Christie defended his ownership of the Dallas Cowboys on a radio show Monday morning . Christie gave Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones a big hug after the home team 's victory Sunday . His allegiance could come in handy as he launches a 2016 presidential bid .
New York Gov . Chris Christie defended his ownership of the Dallas Cowboys on a radio show Monday morning . Christie gave Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones a big hug after the home team 's victory Sunday . His allegiance could come in handy as he launches a 2016 presidential bid .