On the same day Jerry Jones’ own cancer diagnosis was revealed, Brian Schottenheimer shared his story about his battle with cancer.

Jerry Jones is lifting the lid on his secret battle with cancer. The loquacious Dallas Cowboys owner, 82, told The Dallas Morning News he was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma in June 2010 and survived a decade-long fight thanks to an experimental drug.

Jerry Jones doesn't leave many things unsaid, which is why it was surprising when he revealed he battled stage 4 melanoma for a decade. Jones told The Dallas Morning News he was diagnosed more than a decade ago and underwent a lengthy battle.