Romo Signed

[cowboytillidie]

just heard from one of my two friends on the team that Tony Romo just signed a two-year deal worth almost $2 million. Not bad for never having thrown a pass in a NFL game after two seasons

[Banned_n_austin]

Surprise surprise ...

"But he's not even signed yet" ...

mmm hmm. ;)

[THUMPER]

just heard from one of my two friends on the team that Tony Romo just signed a two-year deal worth almost $2 million. Not bad for never having thrown a pass in a NFL game after two seasons

That's a lot of money for an undrafted FA who has yet to throw a pass in an NFL game and is 3rd on the depth chart.

Maybe all those rumors we have heard about how much Parcells likes this kid are true afterall because we could have signed Jeff Blake or one of the other veteran FA QBs that are still available for that much or less.

[Alexander]

because we could have signed Jeff Blake or one of the other veteran FA QBs that are still available for that much or less.

I would hope we would not sign Jeff Blake for a million per season :eek:

[blindzebra]

One of my friends on the team?

Real source?

Actual link?

Total BS.! ding, ding, ding

[jksmith269]

That's a lot of money for an undrafted FA who has yet to throw a pass in an NFL game and is 3rd on the depth chart.

Maybe all those rumors we have heard about how much Parcells likes this kid are true afterall because we could have signed Jeff Blake or one of the other veteran FA QBs that are still available for that much or less.
Your taking the numbers and his signing from someone who heard this from One of His friends on the Dallas Cowboys and no news outlet has it but we are supposed to take his word for it? When I see it in wrighting or on the radio I'll beleive it. The other day it was reported they were working on a long term deal and sorry 2 years doesn't seem like a long term deal to me....

[Anguillidae]

http://www.cowboysplus.com/topstorync/stories/052005cpromo.2930583a8.html

Cowboys sign Romo to two-year contract


02:34 PM CDT on Friday, May 20, 2005

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com

The Cowboys signed third-year quarterback Tony Romo to a two-year contract Friday.

The contract is worth about $1.9 million over the next two years and Romo will receive a $300,000 signing bonus, according to club sources.

Romo, the Cowboys' only remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, is expected to compete with Drew Henson for the backup job behind veteran Drew Bledsoe.

"I appreciate the Cowboys showing this type of commitment," Romo said. "I plan on making this well worth their while."

The two-year contract, which will pay Romo $385,000 this season and about $900,000 in 2006, allows the Cowboys to avoid his restricted free-agent season and continue to evaluate whether he can be a reliable backup.

Romo signed with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois in 2003. He didn't take a snap at quarterback his first two seasons, but was 24-of-39 for 250 yards and a touchdown during the 2004 preseason. Romo was 12-of-14 for 141 yards and a touchdown in a preseason game against the Chiefs.

He spent part of last season as the backup to Vinny Testaverde, but Henson held that role when the season ended.

[RoysAHitta]

i feel ripped off

[Yeagermeister]

WOOO HOOO we are SB bound now :D

[WoodysGirl]

Your taking the numbers and his signing from someone who heard this from One of His friends on the Dallas Cowboys and no news outlet has it but we are supposed to take his word for it? When I see it in wrighting or on the radio I'll beleive it. The other day it was reported they were working on a long term deal and sorry 2 years doesn't seem like a long term deal to me....This guy has said before that he's got a cpl friends on the team, so it's not like he's not consistent when he's made a post. I wouldn't totally write it off just yet, similar to what happened to the other Ricky thread.

Two years may not seem like alot, but if the contractual parameters are true, then maybe that's all the two sides could agree upon.

Edit: Hmmm, right after I finish posting, then an official article is posted. Nice heads up cowboytillidie...

[THUMPER]

Your taking the numbers and his signing from someone who heard this from One of His friends on the Dallas Cowboys and no news outlet has it but we are supposed to take his word for it? When I see it in wrighting or on the radio I'll beleive it. The other day it was reported they were working on a long term deal and sorry 2 years doesn't seem like a long term deal to me....

Happy now? :rolleyes:

[amartin]

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com

The Cowboys signed third-year quarterback Tony Romo to a two-year contract Friday.

The contract is worth about $1.9 million over the next two years and Romo will receive a $300,000 signing bonus, according to club sources.

Romo, the Cowboys' only remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, is expected to compete with Drew Henson for the backup job behind veteran Drew Bledsoe.

"I appreciate the Cowboys showing this type of commitment," Romo said. "I plan on making this well worth their while."

The two-year contract, which will pay Romo $385,000 this season and about $900,000 in 2006, allows the Cowboys to avoid his restricted free-agent season and continue to evaluate whether he can be a reliable backup.

Romo signed with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois in 2003. He didn't take a snap at quarterback his first two seasons, but was 24-of-39 for 250 yards and a touchdown during the 2004 preseason. Romo was 12-of-14 for 141 yards and a touchdown in a preseason game against the Chiefs.

He spent part of last season as the backup to Vinny Testaverde, but Henson held that role when the season ended.

[DanTanna]

Is he as good or better than Jason Garret was?

[Banned_n_austin]

It's good to have our #2 inked in ...

[junk]

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com

The Cowboys signed third-year quarterback Tony Romo to a two-year contract Friday.

The contract is worth about $1.9 million over the next two years and Romo will receive a $300,000 signing bonus, according to club sources.

Romo, the Cowboys' only remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, is expected to compete with Drew Henson for the backup job behind veteran Drew Bledsoe.

"I appreciate the Cowboys showing this type of commitment," Romo said. "I plan on making this well worth their while."

The two-year contract, which will pay Romo $385,000 this season and about $900,000 in 2006, allows the Cowboys to avoid his restricted free-agent season and continue to evaluate whether he can be a reliable backup.

Romo signed with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois in 2003. He didn't take a snap at quarterback his first two seasons, but was 24-of-39 for 250 yards and a touchdown during the 2004 preseason. Romo was 12-of-14 for 141 yards and a touchdown in a preseason game against the Chiefs.

He spent part of last season as the backup to Vinny Testaverde, but Henson held that role when the season ended.

How do these numbers add up? $385K and $900K in salary, $300K in signing bonus = 1.585 million. Must be a roster bonus or something in there somewhere.

[junk]

It's good to have our #2 inked in ...

Rabble rouser. :D

[Doomsday101]

I don't think it is a bad deal, This allows Dallas a bit more time to work with Romo.

[Banned_n_austin]

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com


Romo, the Cowboys' only remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, is expected to compete with Drew Henson for the backup job behind veteran Drew Bledsoe.

:confused:


Romo signed with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent out of Eastern Illinois in 2003. He didn't take a snap at quarterback his first two seasons, but was 24-of-39 for 250 yards and a touchdown during the 2004 preseason. Romo was 12-of-14 for 141 yards and a touchdown in a preseason game against the Chiefs.

:confused: But I thought he sucked?

[Banned_n_austin]

One of my friends on the team?

Real source?

Actual link?

Total BS.! ding, ding, ding


Believe it!

[Banned_n_austin]

That's a lot of money for an undrafted FA who has yet to throw a pass in an NFL game and is 3rd on the depth chart.

Maybe all those rumors we have heard about how much Parcells likes this kid are true afterall because we could have signed Jeff Blake or one of the other veteran FA QBs that are still available for that much or less.


Watch Parcells facial expressions when this kid is playing ... you'll see a difference in the worried look he has with you know who ... it's a night and day comparison.

[Banned_n_austin]

This guy has said before that he's got a cpl friends on the team, so it's not like he's not consistent when he's made a post. I wouldn't totally write it off just yet, similar to what happened to the other Ricky thread.

Two years may not seem like alot, but if the contractual parameters are true, then maybe that's all the two sides could agree upon.

Edit: Hmmm, right after I finish posting, then an official article is posted. Nice heads up cowboytillidie...


His name tells me he means business. ;)

[BrAinPaiNt]

One of my friends on the team?

Real source?

Actual link?

Total BS.! ding, ding, ding


http://www.absoluteanime.com/admin/homer-doh.gif

:p:

[Anguillidae]

Why would we want to sign Romo to a two year deal when he is a restricted free agent next year?



1) Are we afraid another team will sign him to an offer sheet if we don't give him a high tender?

2) Do we want to be sure that we have him signed so we can send him to Europe? (If NFL Europe exists next year.)

3) We want to keep him, because we have invested a lot of time in him?

4) Do we think he's the future or a good career backup?

5) ... ?

Any thoughts?

[jksmith269]

This guy has said before that he's got a cpl friends on the team, so it's not like he's not consistent when he's made a post. I wouldn't totally write it off just yet, similar to what happened to the other Ricky thread.

Two years may not seem like alot, but if the contractual parameters are true, then maybe that's all the two sides could agree upon.

Edit: Hmmm, right after I finish posting, then an official article is posted. Nice heads up cowboytillidie...

Happy now? :rolleyes:

I stand corrected and apologize to the gentleman who originally posted the signing. :leave:

[Chocolate Lab]

Watch Parcells facial expressions when this kid is playing ... you'll see a difference in the worried look he has with you know who ... it's a night and day comparison.
:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Gawd, this thread is headed for five pages, easy, as soon as you-know-who sees it...

But really, why did we do this? I kind of liked Romo as a developmental guy when we signed him, but almost a million per when he's never taken a snap in two years?

[WoodysGirl]

His name tells me he means business. ;)Funny, when I first read it, I thought it read Cowboy-ti-llidee...:)

[Banned_n_austin]

:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Gawd, this thread is headed for five pages, easy, as soon as you-know-who sees it...

But really, why did we do this? I kind of liked Romo as a developmental guy when we signed him, but almost a million per when he's never taken a snap in two years?


He's the twinkle in Parcells eyes ... and Parcells thinks you know who is a clown.

[Banned_n_austin]

Funny, when I first read it, I thought it read Cowboy-ti-llidee...:)


No Mrs. Woodson ... it's Cowboy-till-I-die ... this guy is for real. :cool:

[Everlastingxxx]

He's the twinkle in Parcells eyes ... and Parcells thinks you know who is a clown.

No, i think he likes Bledsoe. ;)

[jksmith269]

Why would we want to sign Romo to a two year deal when he is a restricted free agent next year?



1) Are we afraid another team will sign him to an offer sheet if we don't give him a high tender?

2) Do we want to be sure that we have him signed so we can send him to Europe? (If NFL Europe exists next year.)

3) We want to keep him, because we have invested a lot of time in him?

4) Do we think he's the future or a good career backup?

5) ... ?

Any thoughts?


This is how I look at it. Why take a chance that another team will sign him to a deal as a UFA next offseason. THis is a good move. the deal he signed if we cut him after this season its just like he signed his tender and then left were only paying him an extra 20-30K this season than he was tendered. He knows the system so I like this deal.

[Banned_n_austin]

No, i think he likes Bledsoe. ;)


I don't disagree.

[WoodysGirl]

No Mrs. Woodson ... it's Cowboy-till-I-die ... this guy is for real. :cool:

I see that. I was having a brain fart. I'm allowed.:p:

[Alexander]

:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Gawd, this thread is headed for five pages, easy, as soon as you-know-who sees it...

But really, why did we do this? I kind of liked Romo as a developmental guy when we signed him, but almost a million per when he's never taken a snap in two years?

He is still a developmental player.

All this really did is buy us a year to see if he is legitimately a second string type.

If he isn't, we will probably have to cut him in 2006 when he is scheduled for the $900,000 cap charge.

I would not panic about this. It is not promising to have to perhaps lose the money allocated to him in 2006 if he is cut, but it does give us the insurance to keep working with him if we choose to do so.

[blindzebra]

Oops,

Dude if you have sources, unlike certain people who claim they do, you need to post more often.

My bad.

[Chocolate Lab]

He is still a developmental player.

All this really did is buy us a year to see if he is legitimately a second string type.

If he isn't, we will probably have to cut him in 2006 when he is scheduled for the $900,000 cap charge.

I would not panic about this. It is not promising to have to perhaps lose the money allocated to him in 2006 if he is cut, but it does give us the insurance to keep working with him if we choose to do so.
No panic here... But he's had two years to develop and he couldn't even get on the field ahead of Vinny last year. Bledsoe and Henson are going to be here for a while, so I don't see him even getting on the field.

My only guess is that Parcells wants to look over and see the guy he's confortable with.. Even if the guy is only a third stringer.

[ABQCOWBOY]

I agree with Alex.

This is a one year deal worth 385K. Bill has stated that a player has three years. If he show's something, then good. 900K is cheap for a quality backup. If he doesn't, no big deal. This is not a financial burden at all. Easy to get out of should the team deam it appropriate.

[Doomsday101]

$300,000 signing bonus in the only guaranteed money we are talking about, in the worst case Romo proves not to be worth keeping and Dallas loses very little money wise. Best case Romo show he has what it takes and we look to extend the deal after the current contract expires.

[Maikeru-sama]

We signed the guy.

I can only assume that either Jerry Jones, Bill Parcells or both are happy enough with him to pay him for his services, whatever that may entail in the next couple of seasons.

Alot of people assumed the pecking order was:
Henson
Romo

I never assumed that and that is why I always say play Henson or Romo.

I really think it is time to draft a Quarterback with a number 1 pick. Unfortunately, the Cowboys are probably about to be a solid team and those 1st round picks wont be as high.

The next best thing is to actually see these guys step on the field but barring injury, that aint happening.

- Mike G.

[Alexander]

Bledsoe and Henson are going to be here for a while

We have no assurances of that.

Bledsoe could be utterly dreadful (as I expect) and be gone in a year.

Henson still could not turn the corner.

And there we have Romo, who would not be a free agent.

We just gave ourselves insurance. If he is a second string in 2006, we got off relatively well.

[junk]

Why would we want to sign Romo to a two year deal when he is a restricted free agent next year?



1) Are we afraid another team will sign him to an offer sheet if we don't give him a high tender?

2) Do we want to be sure that we have him signed so we can send him to Europe? (If NFL Europe exists next year.)

3) We want to keep him, because we have invested a lot of time in him?

4) Do we think he's the future or a good career backup?

5) ... ?

Any thoughts?

My guess is #1, some of #3 and #4.

He was an UDFA. To guarantee his rights, it would cost a first round tender which was, I believe, around $1.4 million this year. It will increase in 2006. That is the bulk of the two year contract right there.

He knows the system, BP and Payton seem to like him.

I think he has the potential to be a good #2.

[dbair1967]

wow Nors, 2yr deal for basically what I thought it'd be to avoid him getting a chance to leave via RFA...

the writings on the wall isnt it?

:rolleyes:

Davis

[Chocolate Lab]

We have no assurances of that.

Bledsoe could be utterly dreadful (as I expect) and be gone in a year.
He might very well be dreadful... But he'd have to be absolutely miserable beyond belief before Parcells would actually get rid of him.

[Banned_n_austin]

wow Nors, 2yr deal for basically what I thought it'd be to avoid him getting a chance to leave via RFA...

the writings on the wall isnt it?

:rolleyes:

Davis


I believe it is ... Parcells is going to be here for - ironically - 2 more years. ;)

[ABQCOWBOY]

I believe it is ... Parcells is going to be here for - ironically - 2 more years. ;)

LOL, no, he's signed for two more years. There is nothing in the contract that forces him to retire.

Just a small detail I thought I would point out.

[diehard2294]

confused about this one, 2yrs 2 million :eek:

[booboo]

just heard from one of my two friends on the team that Tony Romo just signed a two-year deal worth almost $2 million. Not bad for never having thrown a pass in a NFL game after two seasons

in the big scope....that was a waste of 2 million dollars.

[ABQCOWBOY]

confused about this one, 2yrs 2 million :eek:

Basically, 385 with 300 signing for the 1st year. 900 for the second. It comes in at about 1.9. I think it's a good deal for both sides. What I would expect from JJ.

I don't think it says anything more then that thou.

[diehard2294]

Basically, 385 with 300 signing for the 1st year. 900 for the second. It comes in at about 1.9. I think it's a good deal for both sides. What I would expect from JJ.

I don't think it says anything more then that thou.makes me feel a little better :D curious to know what 3rd string QB's are getting in the league these days? assuming of course he will be 3rd string

[jimmy40]

Watch Parcells facial expressions when this kid is playing ... you'll see a difference in the worried look he has with you know who ... it's a night and day comparison.If we're going by facial expressions then Julius Jones will never last in the NFL, his facial expressions looks like he has broken bones every time he gets up from a tackle.

btw: Maybe Parcells looks worried with Henson because he knows he's the future compared to Romo who is not.

[Banned_n_austin]

LOL, no, he's signed for two more years. There is nothing in the contract that forces him to retire.

Just a small detail I thought I would point out.


Of course ... but his contract states that he is only obligated to fulfill his duties for 2 more years ... not such a minor detail that I would also like to point out.

LOL

[Banned_n_austin]

If we're going by facial expressions then Julius Jones will never last in the NFL, his facial expressions looks like he has broken bones every time he gets up from a tackle.

btw: Maybe Parcells looks worried with Henson because he knows he's the future compared to Romo who is not.


OK ...

[ABQCOWBOY]

Of course ... but his contract states that he is only obligated to fulfill his duties for 2 more years ... not such a minor detail that I would also like to point out.

LOL

So then your saying that Romo is here for only 2 years and then?


Honestly BNA, look at the contract. Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar.

[blindzebra]

If we're going by facial expressions then Julius Jones will never last in the NFL, his facial expressions looks like he has broken bones every time he gets up from a tackle.

btw: Maybe Parcells looks worried with Henson because he knows he's the future compared to Romo who is not.

We also would not have a pro bowl TE, after the **** you he threw at Witten his rookie year after a penalty.

[InmanRoshi]

Not bad for a golfing addict who was sandwedging his way out of the league just a week ago.

[Doomsday101]

Not bad for a golfing addict who was sandwedging his way out of the league just a week ago.

I have no problem with him playing golf and trying to qualify for the US Open as long as it does not take any time away from him improving his game as an NFL QB. If the 2 sports start to interfere with each other then that becomes a problem.

[maloy]

I think Romo can be a solid QB in this league, he just needs a chance and some more work. Im happy he is still around.

[Banned_n_austin]

So then your saying that Romo is here for only 2 years and then?


Honestly BNA, look at the contract. Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar.


I'm saying he's only here long enough to assure that while Parcells is here, that Parcells has another option other than Henson ... Parcells hates clowns.

[Banned_n_austin]

Not bad for a golfing addict who was sandwedging his way out of the league just a week ago.

Exactly - LOOK ROMO IS GOLFING! (during the offseason :rolleyes: )

Surely that means he's not going to compete with the clown, right?































right?














































right?

[TheEnigma]

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com

Romo, the Cowboys' only remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, is expected to compete with Drew Henson for the backup job behind veteran Drew Bledsoe.

This was already quoted by banned but I think he took it out of context. That word compete means exactly what it means. And it indicates that niether of them are penciled in as the #2 and #3. They are going to have to earn their placement again. Last year means nothing right now.

I don't care if you debate over who is better right now, but stop all this nonsense on who IS #2 and who IS #3 because nobody IS anything yet. This past offseason for Henson will have been about 1/3 of his time in the nfl developing, and the same goes for Romo with a bit smaller percentage.

I personally like Henson but I have no idea how much 5000 passes has improved him. So lets wait until we see these guys play during this coming TC before we start claiming who is #2 and who is #3.

[Banned_n_austin]

This was already quoted by banned but I think he took it out of context. That word compete means exactly what it means. And it indicates that niether of them are penciled in as the #2 and #3. They are going to have to earn it.

Of course, I just think it's already leaning towards one way as far as competing for the #2 spot goes ... I'd be surprised if they didn't compete.

I don't care if you debate over who is better right now, but stop all this nonsense on who IS #2 and who IS #3 because nobody IS anything yet. This past offseason for Henson will have been about 1/3 of his time in the nfl developing, and the same goes for Romo with a bit smaller percentage.

Sure, but this is what gets me ... Parcells signed Bledshole and named him the starter ... and people don't realize that Henson is competing for the #2 spot ... it's like they're deaf and blind ... not that there's anything wrong with that ... but it's wishful thinking at it's best ... or worse if you ask me.

I personally like Henson but I have no idea how much 5000 passes has improved him. So lets wait until we see these guys play during this coming TC before we start claiming who is #2 and who is #3.

The fact that he's thrown 5,000 passes doesn't really mean anything other than someone thinks his throwing mechanics stink and he needs to work on them ... I've only seen him throw dink and dunk passes and one or two 15-20 yarder ... and he look hella scared in the pocket.

[Nors]

Romo hits the bank - Parcells obviously likes him. They did NOT have to do this for him. He beat Henson out last year and they flip flopped scout team. I expect Romo to be the #2 if Bledsoe goes down.

Henson must feel like Hutch did - Coach - whats my role?

I'm #3 behind a statue and a golfer. ?

[Banned_n_austin]

So much for the "Romo isn't signed" argument, I guess...

[Banned_n_austin]

I'm #3 behind a statue and a golfer. ?


:laugh2:

[dbair1967]

Romo hits the bank - Parcells obviously likes him. They did NOT have to do this for him. He beat Henson out last year and they flip flopped scout team. I expect Romo to be the #2 if Bledsoe goes down.

Henson must feel like Hutch did - Coach - whats my role?

I'm #3 behind a statue and a golfer. ?

geez :rolleyes:

David

[Banned_n_austin]

geez :rolleyes:

David

Now that's substance!

[Nors]

David just logged off and poured a strong drink. Bad day for Hensonites. Right up there with draft day for the Howard trade clansmen.

[blindzebra]

I love it all the trolls are out.

We signed Romo to what is basically a one year deal.

We gave him 300,000 in quaranteed money...Henson got 3.5 million by the way.;)

Romo goes undrafted and get's 300K and it's PROOF that he's Parcells favorite son. Even though he's never thrown a pass in an NFL game...unlike Henson. He was #3 when it became more likely the #2 QB might play...you know when Henson did play.

Henson cost us a 3rd round pick, 3.5 million, and was #2 when it mattered because he actually PLAYED, and all this is proof Parcells thinks he is a clown.:rolleyes:

[AdamJT13]

Romo hits the bank - Parcells obviously likes him. They did NOT have to do this for him. He beat Henson out last year and they flip flopped scout team. I expect Romo to be the #2 if Bledsoe goes down.

That's hilarious. Henson passed Romo on the depth chart twice last season, Henson finished the season ahead of Romo, Henson started when Testaverde couldn't (while Romo was de-activated for the fifth straight week), Henson took 49 snaps and attempted 18 passes to Romo's double goose egg, and Henson has gotten heaps of praise from Parcells and other coaches this offseason while Romo has barely been mentioned.

The pecking order has been established going into training camp, and Romo clearly is at the bottom.

[blindzebra]

David just logged off and poured a strong drink. Bad day for Hensonites. Right up there with draft day for the Howard trade clansmen.

Is it anything like not trading for Law when your sources said it would happen?

You know the sources you said yesterday you DID NOT HAVE.

[Nors]

Top 10 things Romo did today after signing his $2M contract:

10) Went golfing
9) Laughed with Bledsoe on course about Henson throwing 5000 passes
8) Went online to verify his bonus hit - it was wired in
7) Went off and bought a new pair of golf shoes
6) Worked out at the Ranch - Parcells busted his balls
5) Went golfing again
4) Swung back around the ranch for his 1 on 1 tutoring of Henson on blitz recognition
3) Went to Driving range
2) Logged back in to see the bonus wire into his account
1) Went over Robinson's house and practiced holding snaps for an hour!

[Nors]

Henson looked great against bears!

Romo is in the hunt - my money says he beats Henson for #2 again to start this season, just like last year!

[blindzebra]

Henson looked great against bears!

Romo is in the hunt - my money says he beats Henson for #2 again to start this season, just like last year!

He got the chance to play.

Parcells could have played either one, he didn't plat Romo.

Got any Law sources or not, Nors?

[AdamJT13]

Henson looked great against bears!

How did Romo look against the Bears?

I thought he held the clipboard a little too low.

[Nors]

That's hilarious. Henson passed Romo on the depth chart twice last season, Henson finished the season ahead of Romo, Henson started when Testaverde couldn't (while Romo was de-activated for the fifth straight week), Henson took 49 snaps and attempted 18 passes to Romo's double goose egg, and Henson has gotten heaps of praise from Parcells and other coaches this offseason while Romo has barely been mentioned.

The pecking order has been established going into training camp, and Romo clearly is at the bottom.

There is no pecking order to Parcells.
The battle at QB is wide open.

[Nors]

How did Romo look against the Bears?

I thought he held the clipboard a little too low.

Henson showed the experience of a football player who had started just 8 games since 1997.

Deer seeing headlights.

[MichaelWinicki]

Romo hits the bank - Parcells obviously likes him. They did NOT have to do this for him. He beat Henson out last year and they flip flopped scout team. I expect Romo to be the #2 if Bledsoe goes down.

Henson must feel like Hutch did - Coach - whats my role?

I'm #3 behind a statue and a golfer. ?


Glad you said "statue" Nors. :D

[Cbz40]

:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Gawd, this thread is headed for five pages, easy, as soon as you-know-who sees it...

But really, why did we do this? I kind of liked Romo as a developmental guy when we signed him, but almost a million per when he's never taken a snap in two years?


Bingo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have a winner. :D

[MichaelWinicki]

How did Romo look against the Bears?

I thought he held the clipboard a little too low.


LOL!

Adam you do flash the sense of humour every once in a while!

[blindzebra]

There is no pecking order to Parcells.
The battle at QB is wide open.

Nors says, "QB Competitions are hot discussion points. Always has, always will. At least this time we have a bona fide starter in Bledsoe."

Which is it?

Open or closed?:rolleyes:

[Tio]

It's good to have our #2 inked in ...I think it is better that our future was signed last year to a seven year deal.

[Nors]

Miki:

I used it as a comedic prop. (mods don't ban me)
That Statue has an arm I tell you.

Beeep, Beeep, Beeep

Brinx backing into Romo's driveway. Can someone post details, Is Romo making more than Henson this year?

[Cbz40]

I think it is better that our future was signed last year to a seven year deal.


Bingo another winner...... ;)

[Nors]

Bingo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We have a winner. :D

I have noticed over the years. For every 1 Nors post an average of about 5-6 posts reply. Good, bad, ugly, kind, incitefull and dumb. Runs the gammett.

My Boy Romo hit it today, good for him.

[ghst187]

Romo, who cares....he'll never be anything more than a backup and preferrably a 3rd stringer...

[Cbz40]

I have noticed over the years. For every 1 Nors post an average of about 5-6 posts reply. Good, bad, ugly, kind, incitefull and dumb. Runs the gammett.

My Boy Romo hit it today, good for him.


I'll give you that much Nors......You do draw a crowd. :)

[blindzebra]

I'll give you that much Nors......You do draw a crowd. :)

So does a cow pattie.

[WoodysGirl]

So does a cow pattie.:muttley:

[Nors]

Blindzebra on ignore

Man this is a great country!

Romo gets a $2M deal - sweet.

[Cbz40]

So does a cow pattie.


:D :D :D :D

[Banned_n_austin]

I love it all the trolls are out.

We signed Romo to what is basically a one year deal.

We gave him 300,000 in quaranteed money...Henson got 3.5 million by the way.;)

Romo goes undrafted and get's 300K and it's PROOF that he's Parcells favorite son. Even though he's never thrown a pass in an NFL game...unlike Henson. He was #3 when it became more likely the #2 QB might play...you know when Henson did play.

Henson cost us a 3rd round pick, 3.5 million, and was #2 when it mattered because he actually PLAYED, and all this is proof Parcells thinks he is a clown.:rolleyes:

LOL - It's a two year deal and could potentially be 1.9 million over 2 YEARS, not 7 ... but it's "basically a one year contract" :rolleyes: talk about your trolls ... I bet you look good along side Hos riding in that little cart attached to his motorcycle with your goggles on and your leather hat and jacket.

Money means nothing ... it's a friendly contract ... so is Henson's.

Oh ... and Henson look spit scared in the game he played ... he was so good he got yanked and replaced by an injured 42 year old Vinny Testaverde ... someone who was so good that he's not even on the team this year.

[CowboyManDan]

http://www.cowboysplus.com/topstorync/stories/052005cpromo.2930583a8.html

Cowboys sign Romo to two-year contract


02:34 PM CDT on Friday, May 20, 2005

By MATT MOSLEY / DallasNews.com

The two-year contract, which will pay Romo $385,000 this season and about $900,000 in 2006, allows the Cowboys to avoid his restricted free-agent season and continue to evaluate whether he can be a reliable backup.


See the bolded text above. Mosley thinks Romo's best shot is a backup, not a starter. Time will tell.

[blindzebra]

LOL - It's a two year deal and could potentially be 1.9 million over 2 YEARS, not 7 ... but it's "basically a one year contract" :rolleyes: talk about your trolls ... I bet you look good along side Hos riding in that little cart attached to his motorcycle with your goggles on and your leather hat and jacket.

Money means nothing ... it's a friendly contract ... so is Henson's.

Oh ... and Henson look spit scared in the game he played ... he was so good he got yanked and replaced by an injured 42 year old Vinny Testaverde ... someone who was so good that he's not even on the team this year.

Once again you have more than proved my point.

[Banned_n_austin]

Once again you have more than proved my point.


Your point being you have no point. ;)

[Banned_n_austin]

Nors says, "QB Competitions are hot discussion points. Always has, always will. At least this time we have a bona fide starter in Bledsoe."

Which is it?

Open or closed?:rolleyes:


"discussion points" ... you're reaching AGAIN.

[blindzebra]

Blindzebra on ignore

Man this is a great country!

Romo gets a $2M deal - sweet.

Is it ignore if you keep mentioning me? Sniping without having to debate is called COWARDISE.

Time to add ignore to yeagh and vastly when you hit the dictionary.

[Banned_n_austin]

Is it ignore if you keep mentioning me? Sniping without having to debate is called COWARDISE.

Time to add ignore to yeagh and vastly when you hit the dictionary.


You're like an annoying little gnat.

[dbair1967]

Henson looked great against bears!

Romo is in the hunt - my money says he beats Henson for #2 again to start this season, just like last year!

how bout if he doesnt you go away forever and troll some other forum?

David

[dbair1967]

Henson showed the experience of a football player who had started just 8 games since 1997.

Deer seeing headlights.

how did Romo look...err oh wait...he didnt look like anything because he's never played in a real game has he...

David

[Banned_n_austin]

how bout if he doesnt you go away forever and troll some other forum?

David


Someone sounds bitter about this Romo signing.

[blindzebra]

"discussion points" ... you're reaching AGAIN.

Butt in when you have a clue.

He said QB is an open competition 5 minutes after saying Bledsoe is the unquestioned starter, it's called a flip-flop.

[blindzebra]

You're like an annoying little gnat.

I'm annoying?

Coming from you defending Nors! That is too funny.

Read 100 Nors posts and you will see the word yeagh at least 5 times.

[Banned_n_austin]

Butt in when you have a clue.

He said QB is an open competition 5 minutes after saying Bledsoe is the unquestioned starter, it's called a flip-flop.


I think he was refering to the #2 spot ... that's where the competition lies.

Again - you're REACHING.

Nice try though.

[Banned_n_austin]

I'm annoying?

Coming from you defending Nors! That is too funny.

Read 100 Nors posts and you will see the word yeagh at least 5 times.


What does it mean?

[blindzebra]

What does it mean?

Ask your buddy, he's also used flailed to discribe the defense.

[Banned_n_austin]

Ask your buddy, he's also used flailed to discribe the defense.


What do discribe mean? I'll have to check the dictionary on that one.

"flailed"?

~checking dictionary~

[yesfan]

A good debate is healthy,but i can't see how any of us
could know who'll be better,including the journalists.One
thing for certain,parcells knows,and thats good enough.How
many remember when Sims and Hostetler,were with the Giants,
these guys were from nothing to mediocre,then bam! they both
go to the SB.Parcells love him or hate him,he will make this team
a contender.I for one,will root for whomever leads the team.

[Banned_n_austin]

Ask your buddy, he's also used flailed to discribe the defense.



No entry for "discribe" ...

Maybe "disscrub" would be a slang reference to you?

Perhaps the spelling is off just a bit ...

Flailed: 1 entry found for flailed.
flail ( P ) Pronunciation Key (fll)
n.
A manual threshing device consisting of a long wooden handle or staff and a shorter, free-swinging stick attached to its end.

v. flailed, flail·ing, flails
v. tr.
To beat or strike with or as if with a flail: flailed our horses with the reins.
To wave or swing vigorously; thrash: flailed my arms to get their attention.
To thresh using a flail.

v. intr.
To move vigorously or erratically; thrash about: arms flailing helplessly in the water.
To strike or lash out violently: boxers flailing at each other in the ring.
To thresh grain.

The term flailed makes sense...

"discribe" I'm not so sure of ...

[Tio]

grammar/spelling smack=weakest stuff ever

[Banned_n_austin]

grammar/spelling smack=weakest stuff ever


But then again, so is biting someone's title ...

hmm...

"Board King" were have I seen that before.

Original :thumbup:

[blindzebra]

What do discribe mean? I'll have to check the dictionary on that one.

"flailed"?

~checking dictionary~

Bad typist, so-so speller.

Can you find me typing describe wrong several times?

[Tio]

But then again, so is biting someone's title ...

hmm...

"Board King" were have I seen that before.

Original :thumbup::confused:I was told to put that under my name when I said I owned the board.

[Banned_n_austin]

Bad typist, so-so speller.

Can you find me typing describe wrong several times?


It's just ironic that you say "discribe" when you're pointing out flaws in someone elses grammer - that's all.






















































:laugh2:

[blindzebra]

No entry for "discribe" ...

Maybe "disscrub" would be a slang reference to you?

Perhaps the spelling is off just a bit ...

Flailed: 1 entry found for flailed.
flail ( P ) Pronunciation Key (fll)
n.
A manual threshing device consisting of a long wooden handle or staff and a shorter, free-swinging stick attached to its end.

v. flailed, flail·ing, flails
v. tr.
To beat or strike with or as if with a flail: flailed our horses with the reins.
To wave or swing vigorously; thrash: flailed my arms to get their attention.
To thresh using a flail.

v. intr.
To move vigorously or erratically; thrash about: arms flailing helplessly in the water.
To strike or lash out violently: boxers flailing at each other in the ring.
To thresh grain.

The term flailed makes sense...

"discribe" I'm not so sure of ...

How does the defense flailed in a weak 4-3 make sense?

nice try though.;)

[Banned_n_austin]

:confused:I was told to put that under my name when I said I owned the board.


OK ... I'm telling you to go jump off a cliff.













:ohboy:


























~Tio jumps~






























































:bravo:

[Banned_n_austin]

How does the defense flailed in a weak 4-3 make sense?



It makes more sense than "discribe" which isn't a word ...

v. flailed, flail·ing, flails
v. tr.
To beat or strike with or as if with a flail: flailed our horses with the reins.
To wave or swing vigorously; thrash: flailed my arms to get their attention.
To thresh using a flail.

I could see how you could apply it ... I wouldn't ... maybe we should ask our official Nors interpreter ...

[blindzebra]

It's just ironic that you say "discribe" when you're pointing out flaws in someone elses grammer - that's all.






















































:laugh2:

Making up words or mis-using a real word is not grammatical.

What is ironic is you calling me annoying while defending Nors, but once again you avoid the real issue to focus on fluff.

FYI, it's GRAMMAR not grammer.:D

[Banned_n_austin]

Making up words or mis-using a real word is not grammatical.

Writers do it all the time ... I'm not sure what you're saying ...

What is ironic is you calling me annoying while defending Nors, but once again you avoid the real issue to focus on fluff.


I don't know what you're saying ... I don't find Nors to be annoying ... why does he get to you so much?

One of the funniest posts I've read here was a Nors post ... It started out ...

Let's go?

You have to have a sense of humor I guess.

Let's talk some football ...

Shall we?

I do have to go in a few minutes ...

Actually, I'm out now....

[Fletch]

Now that's substance!

Sure is, has more substance than your repetitive "clown" statement. Must suck to not be pulling for the future of the team. Drew Henson!


Why you rant on an on about Henson is beyond me. Why don't you try rooting for the guy in hopes he can better the Cowboys? Wait, you must be one of those bitter Q-Bong fans. :D Now he was a clown.

[Tio]

OK ... I'm telling you to go jump off a cliff.













:ohboy:


























~Tio jumps~






























































:bravo:Be specific, what cliff? I think I'll change my title to "your bum uncle"

[FuzzyLumpkins]

This in a nutshell is why I feel the majority of the populace is bunch of maroons. The entire us and them attitude and forced duality is annoying. It is this type of attitude that has benefited us with our wonderful political system and here again it rears its ugly head.

If you like Tony Romo it does not mean that you cannot want Henson to do well and vice versa. I do believe that some people here would get upset if Henson played well enough to win the starting job and it is truly disgusting.

Its the same stupid feces that was being blathered relentlessly over the Carter-Hutch fiasco. This doesnt have the racist overtones that were so loved but it is just as stupid.

Not wanting successfrom any Dallas Cowboys player is counterproductive. If both guys reach their maximum potential, it is a good thing.

Not to say that rooting for Romo or Henson is bad but to do it at the expense of another player on the roster is not what I see a true fan doing. Its hard for me to respect someone like that.

Really Romo does have alot more experience and that is good for him, but his issue is that he cannot make all the throws and has an average arm for an NFL QB. HYenson does not have that limitation but lacks experience but as he gathers that his ceiling is just higher.

But that is what I love about Parcells he will play the best man. Bledsoe, Romo or Henson I dont care I just want my team to win.

[blindzebra]

Cowboys Give Backup QB Two-Year Contract

By Nick Eatman
DallasCowboys.com Staff Writer
May 20, 2005, 2:50 PM (CDT)



IRVING, Texas - The Cowboys have now signed all of their exclusive rights and restricted free agents this off-season after signing quarterback Tony Romo to a two-year contract on Friday.

Romo, an exclusive-rights free agent who is entering his third season with the Cowboys, has yet to throw a pass in a regular-season game. He did back up Vinny Testaverde for eight games last year, and was the holder on field-goal and extra-point attempts for six of those games.

Unlike most exclusive rights free agents who sign just a one-year tender offer, the Cowboys obviously see some potential for Romo, who will be signed through the 2006 season. However, the Cowboys did the same for wide receiver Randal Williams last off-season when the wide receiver was a restricted free agent. The Cowboys signed him to a two-year deal, but Williams was active for only two games last year and has already been released this off-season.

And while the Cowboys did sign veteran Drew Bledsoe to replace Testaverde as the new starting quarterback, they decided against sending both Romo and Drew Henson to NFL Europe this summer. Instead, both players have worked out intensively at Valley Ranch, each expected to throw more than 6,000 passes before training camp arrives in late July.

Undrafted in 2003, Romo beat out Clint Stoerner for the Cowboys' third quarterback position. He spent his entire rookie season as the inactive third quarterback behind Quincy Carter and Chad Hutchinson.

Last year, he appeared to be the odd man out during the start of training camp with Carter, Testaverde and Henson ahead of Romo on the depth chart. But after Carter's sudden release, Cowboys head coach Bill Parcells decided against adding another veteran quarterback. While Romo struggled in the first preseason game in Houston and then later the next week in practice, he redeemed himself in a fourth-quarter comeback against the Raiders. Trailing 19-14, Romo engineered a game-winning drive, ending on his spontaneous quarterback sneak with only six seconds remaining on the clock. The Cowboys won the game 20-19 and Romo eventually earned another roster spot. While Parcells said on two occasions last year he wanted to get Romo some playing experience, it never occurred. At least now, it appears Romo will have another two years to get it.

[TheSkaven]

i feel ripped offYeah. $2 mil on the third QB spot? Yikes. Boy that Romo sure drives a hard bargain. He apparently has the same pictures that Lynn Scott has.

[Alexander]

This in a nutshell is why I feel the majority of the populace is bunch of maroons. The entire us and them attitude and forced duality is annoying. It is this type of attitude that has benefited us with our wonderful political system and here again it rears its ugly head.

If you like Tony Romo it does not mean that you cannot want Henson to do well and vice versa. I do believe that some people here would get upset if Henson played well enough to win the starting job and it is truly disgusting.

Its the same stupid feces that was being blathered relentlessly over the Carter-Hutch fiasco. This doesnt have the racist overtones that were so loved but it is just as stupid.

Not wanting successfrom any Dallas Cowboys player is counterproductive. If both guys reach their maximum potential, it is a good thing.

Not to say that rooting for Romo or Henson is bad but to do it at the expense of another player on the roster is not what I see a true fan doing. Its hard for me to respect someone like that.

Really Romo does have alot more experience and that is good for him, but his issue is that he cannot make all the throws and has an average arm for an NFL QB. HYenson does not have that limitation but lacks experience but as he gathers that his ceiling is just higher.

But that is what I love about Parcells he will play the best man. Bledsoe, Romo or Henson I dont care I just want my team to win.

What you see is 50% reality, 40% board politics, 10% brain damage.

[LeonDixson]

This in a nutshell is why I feel the majority of the populace is bunch of maroons. The entire us and them attitude and forced duality is annoying. It is this type of attitude that has benefited us with our wonderful political system and here again it rears its ugly head.

If you like Tony Romo it does not mean that you cannot want Henson to do well and vice versa. I do believe that some people here would get upset if Henson played well enough to win the starting job and it is truly disgusting.

Its the same stupid feces that was being blathered relentlessly over the Carter-Hutch fiasco. This doesnt have the racist overtones that were so loved but it is just as stupid.

Not wanting successfrom any Dallas Cowboys player is counterproductive. If both guys reach their maximum potential, it is a good thing.

Not to say that rooting for Romo or Henson is bad but to do it at the expense of another player on the roster is not what I see a true fan doing. Its hard for me to respect someone like that.

Really Romo does have alot more experience and that is good for him, but his issue is that he cannot make all the throws and has an average arm for an NFL QB. HYenson does not have that limitation but lacks experience but as he gathers that his ceiling is just higher.

But that is what I love about Parcells he will play the best man. Bledsoe, Romo or Henson I dont care I just want my team to win.

Man you said it! Good post. :hammer:

[Fernando Fernandez]

05-06-2005 Fernando Fernandez QUOTE: "I expect Romo to get a sizable increase in pay when he signs AND I expect to see him STARTING midway into the season."

I got the first part right, now waiting to cash in on the second part! :dance3:

I'm planning to have alot of fun this year!
:cheers: :toast2: :beer1:
Want to join me Nors and Banned_n_austin?

05-03-2005 pm, blindzebra QUOTE: "He more likely to be released than be 2nd team." :anvil: :yousuck: :lmao: :rake: :bastid: :whip: :tongue: :lmao2:

TONY ROMO DRINKING GAME

If Romo's name is mentioned during the broadcast: Take 1 drink.

If you spot Romo on the sidelines: Take 1 drink.

If Romo gets in the game to hold for a field goal or extra point: Take 2 drinks.

If Romo gets into the game as quarterback: Drink an entire beer.

If Romo is at any time misidentified as someone else: Drink an entire beer.

If Romo scores/throws a touchdown: Do a shot.

If Romo commits a turnover: Open a new ice-cold beer and pour it down the sink.

If Eastern Illinois University is mentioned: Cheer loudly and spin around three times.

Feel free to adapt the Romo Drinking Game for your own beverages/alcohol tolerance.

BTW, got this from the Eastern Illinois Weblog, ENJOY!

[dcjules]

He blows, a waste of money if the 2 million price tag is true....I really dont get the interest this board has regarding a 3rd stringer who will never be more than that.

[JackMagist]

He blows, a waste of money if the 2 million price tag is true....I really dont get the interest this board has regarding a 3rd stringer who will never be more than that.
Here we have a marked difference of opinion. Romo is a much better player than given credit here on this board by-and=large. I do believe that there is a real competion for the #2 job and that Romo is a viable candidate to take the #2 job this year and possible play if Bledsoe goes down. In the long run Henson may beat him out (or maybe not) but I think the competition is much closer than many believe. I believe that Romo is the kind of player who could be around as a strong #2 QB for a lot of years if he doesn't win the job and is therefore a valuable asset to the team. I think he probably deserves every penny he is getting.

[Hoov]

fine game rules. but i am not pouring a beer down the sink for his turnovers. that would be alcohol abuse

[InmanRoshi]

Romo's arm is strong enough. At the scouting combine his ball was clocked at 57 mph in drills, which is above average. A football thrown at around 50-55 mph is the equivalent of throwing a baseball 90 mph. When Eli beat us on Sunday Night, ESPN had a radar gun on his TD pass he drilled to to Shiancoe that timed at 56 mph. Adrian McPherson for the 2nd hardest throw at this year's combine at 57 mph. Brett Favre threw 61 mph at his combine. I'm sure that Romo's arm strength has only improved since he's been working out with the Cowboys, polishing his technique and strengthening his lower body.

The reason Romo wasn't drafted is because of the jump in competition from Div II to the NFL. Its a valid concern. There aren't many QB's in the league who have made that jump. So far, at least seemingly in Parcell's estimation, he seems to be doing pretty well in that regard. One thing Parcells has routinely said about Romo is he has moxy, which can't be coached. Throw that in with his physical talent, his smarts, his production on the football field in college, his promise he's shown in preseason games ... I don't see why anyone would be down on the guy.

Romo impresses at Indy
By Matthew Stevens/ Sports Reporter
Published: Tuesday, February 25, 2003
Article Tools: Page 1 of 1

Media Credit: Stephen Haas
Eastern senior Tony Romo excelled at the arm strength and IQ tests at the NFL combine. Romo was clocked at 57 mph during throwing drills and answered 37 out of the 50 questions correctly on the IQ test.


Eastern quarterback Tony Romo must have appreciated being in Indianapolis this weekend because at the NFL combine held in the racing capital of the world, he did everything fast.

"I wanted to show everyone that speed wasn't a problem," Romo said. "This was excatly why I worked so hard for two weeks in Florida, and it payed off."

The NFL prospect was placed in the second group Sunday afternoon along with Southern California's Carson Palmer, Louisville's Dave Ragone and Texas' Chris Simms.

Romo earned the second-fastest time in the shuttle run and was timed at 4.9 seconds in the 40-yard-dash.

"Basically, that's why I went to Florida, to increase my speed, and I feel like I'm a completely different player since I left," Romo said.

Romo impressed even himself during the IQ test by answering correctly 37 of 50 questions in only 12 minutes. The highest score last season during the combine was 41 and most quarterbacks only got through 22 questions.

"The whole point of the test was to see how quickly you can process the information given," Romo said.

The 2002 Walter Payton Award winner astonished many scouts in throwing drills after being clocked at 57 mph, which is impressive compared to future Hall of Fame Green Bay Packer quarterback Brett Farve's 61 mph.

"My arm strength has gotten much stronger since my last game at Eastern," Romo said.

Romo ended the day by answering question from the media for a day-long record of nearly 38 minutes until Simms stayed at the podium for 45 minutes after Romo.

"It was cool that the media wanted to talk to me but it didn't even seem like I was up there for that long," Romo said.

Throughout the afternoon, Romo interviewed with quarterback coaches and offensive coordinators from the Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, San Diego Chargers, Buffalo Bills and Chicago Bears.

"I have no idea who might take me but the teams that I interviewed with are the ones who really like me," Romo said.

Predictions on which round Romo will be selected have ranged from the third to the seventh round in next April's NFL Draft. However, Romo and his International Management Group team are confident in his status.

"It changes everyday, but I think I really solidified myself this weekend," Romo said. "People think agents know everything before the draft, but the NFL is so secretive with everything."

Romo went into the RCA Dome with high exceptions and was not nervous about the weekend workouts.

"The prediction was even if I didn't perform well, it was because I was a small-town guy, but I went there with something to prove," Romo said.

http://www.thedailyeasternnews.com/media/paper309/news/2003/02/25/Sports/Romo-Impresses.At.Indy-378274.shtml

McPherson's measurables are eye-popping. His 6-foot-3, 218-pound frame is chiseled. At the NFL Scouting Combine in February, he had a 40-inch vertical jump and performed 22 reps in the 225-pound bench press. Scouts clocked his passes at 57 mph, the second fastest of any quarterback in the draft.

http://www.nola.com/saints/t-p/index.ssf?/base/sports-1/111440851239980.xml

[Nors]

You're like an annoying little gnat.

Same BZ that started a "Nors" gauntlett thread and then wimped out of it - comical to me.

Ignore it is - I only regret I have to read his replies in others replies.

Mods - can we address that?

[Nors]

This in a nutshell is why I feel the majority of the populace is bunch of maroons. The entire us and them attitude and forced duality is annoying. It is this type of attitude that has benefited us with our wonderful political system and here again it rears its ugly head.

If you like Tony Romo it does not mean that you cannot want Henson to do well and vice versa. I do believe that some people here would get upset if Henson played well enough to win the starting job and it is truly disgusting.

Its the same stupid feces that was being blathered relentlessly over the Carter-Hutch fiasco. This doesnt have the racist overtones that were so loved but it is just as stupid.

Not wanting successfrom any Dallas Cowboys player is counterproductive. If both guys reach their maximum potential, it is a good thing.

Not to say that rooting for Romo or Henson is bad but to do it at the expense of another player on the roster is not what I see a true fan doing. Its hard for me to respect someone like that.

Really Romo does have alot more experience and that is good for him, but his issue is that he cannot make all the throws and has an average arm for an NFL QB. HYenson does not have that limitation but lacks experience but as he gathers that his ceiling is just higher.

But that is what I love about Parcells he will play the best man. Bledsoe, Romo or Henson I dont care I just want my team to win.
You are making an "amateur" statement that Romo doesn't have arm strength. Thats flawed - Parcell/Peyton know what he has and they gave him a $2M deal. Leaf, Hutchinson, Henson have cannons..... there is more to running an NFL Offense and intangibles are involved and that is what Romo has! Moxie!

[Maikeru-sama]

Romo's arm is strong enough. At the scouting combine his ball was clocked at 57 mph in drills, which is above average. A football thrown at around 50-55 mph is the equivalent of throwing a baseball 90 mph. When Eli beat us on Sunday Night, ESPN had a radar gun on his TD pass he drilled to to Shiancoe that timed at 56 mph. Adrian McPherson for the 2nd hardest throw at this year's combine at 57 mph. Brett Favre threw 61 mph at his combine. I'm sure that Romo's arm strength has only improved since he's been working out with the Cowboys, polishing his technique and strengthening his lower body.

The reason Romo wasn't drafted is because of the jump in competition from Div II to the NFL. Its a valid concern. There aren't many QB's in the league who have made that jump. So far, at least seemingly in Parcell's estimation, he seems to be doing pretty well in that regard. One thing Parcells has routinely said about Romo is he has moxy, which can't be coached. Throw that in with his physical talent, his smarts, his production on the football field in college, his promise he's shown in preseason games ... I don't see why anyone would be down on the guy.



http://www.thedailyeasternnews.com/media/paper309/news/2003/02/25/Sports/Romo-Impresses.At.Indy-378274.shtml



http://www.nola.com/saints/t-p/index.ssf?/base/sports-1/111440851239980.xml

Thanks for those links

And that McPherson fella looks like he could be a steal if he gets around the right people on and off the field..

- Mike G.

[Nors]

Romo's arm is strong enough. At the scouting combine his ball was clocked at 57 mph in drills, which is above average. A football thrown at around 50-55 mph is the equivalent of throwing a baseball 90 mph. When Eli beat us on Sunday Night, ESPN had a radar gun on his TD pass he drilled to to Shiancoe that timed at 56 mph. Adrian McPherson for the 2nd hardest throw at this year's combine at 57 mph. Brett Favre threw 61 mph at his combine. I'm sure that Romo's arm strength has only improved since he's been working out with the Cowboys, polishing his technique and strengthening his lower body.

The reason Romo wasn't drafted is because of the jump in competition from Div II to the NFL. Its a valid concern. There aren't many QB's in the league who have made that jump. So far, at least seemingly in Parcell's estimation, he seems to be doing pretty well in that regard. One thing Parcells has routinely said about Romo is he has moxy, which can't be coached. Throw that in with his physical talent, his smarts, his production on the football field in college, his promise he's shown in preseason games ... I don't see why anyone would be down on the guy.



http://www.thedailyeasternnews.com/media/paper309/news/2003/02/25/Sports/Romo-Impresses.At.Indy-378274.shtml



http://www.nola.com/saints/t-p/index.ssf?/base/sports-1/111440851239980.xml


I have almost 20+ years experience here in New England analyzing the Tuna. Romo is his made man.


LTN - Log in to Federal Hill wireless network and explain that to the non NoReasters!!!

[InmanRoshi]

I'll also add that I saw Romo at training camp at the Alamodome, and his raw arm strength holds right up there with Hutchinson's. Maybe not quite as strong, but in the same league, and a much quicker and more efficient motion.

[Maikeru-sama]

If Parcells likes Romo so much I am just curious to why he never put him and Henson in any balls last year (excluding Bears/Baltimore).

We were blown out by 20+ 5 times and it would have been nice to see those guys play.

I was at the Monday Night Fiasco and I bet alot of my fellow fans would have been willing to stay at the Stadium if Romo and Henson would have been put in the games instead of them leaving in the 3rd Quarter :( .

- Mike G.

[booboo]

grammar/spelling smack=weakest stuff ever

No, not really.

It's hard to make a convincing point when you can't even spell on a third grade level, but yet we're suppose to believe in your self appointed football expertise?

[Nors]

I'll also add that I saw Romo at training camp at the Alamodome, and his raw arm strength holds right up there with Hutchinson's. Maybe not quite as strong, but in the same league, and a much quicker and more efficient motion.

Romo has the arm strength and moxie to do this - Hence his $2M deal...

[LaTunaNostra]

I have almost 20+ years experience here in New England analyzing the Tuna. Romo is his made man.


LTN - Log in to Federal Hill wireless network and explain that to the non NoReasters!!!
Yeah he didn't have to make his bones cause his GodFather Payton sponsored him. :)

Good for Tony...and hopefully for the team as well...

..and you too, Nors. ;)

[jksmith269]

Where is the big pay increase? Wasn't his tender for this year 656K?

With his 300K bonus he got and his 385K salary his salary this year will be 685K his cap number actually went down from the 656K to 535K. His salary next season is 900K if we keep him. We could cut him and only cost us 29K more than if he had just signed his tender.

But good game and if you only drank playing the game you wouldn't need a designated driver cuse you'd only have 1 or 2 drinks the whole game.

[Hoov]

Where is the big pay increase? Wasn't his tender for this year 656K?

With his 300K bonus he got and his 385K salary his salary this year will be 685K his cap number actually went down from the 656K to 535K. His salary next season is 900K if we keep him. We could cut him and only cost us 29K more than if he had just signed his tender.

But good game and if you only drank playing the game you wouldn't need a designated driver cuse you'd only have 1 or 2 drinks the whole game.

LOL, that was good jksmith

[Kilyin]

Holy mother of , a 9 page thread about Tony Romo. You guys must be really bored.

[Nors]

Yeah he didn't have to make his bones cause his GodFather Payton sponsored him. :)

Good for Tony...and hopefully for the team as well...

..and you too, Nors. ;)

I want what is best for the Dallas Family. Romo is inside track - JMO

[Nors]

Holy mother of , a 9 page thread about Tony Romo. You guys must be really bored.

WHATS AMAZING

WE have Drew wonderdog and golfer Romo gets a 2 year deal, in fact making more than Henson! Whats up with that!

[Nors]

Romo hit it today - good for him as he deserved it!

[Chief]

Quincy and Hutchinson are long gone, and yet the QB battles on Cowboy message boards rages on.

Makes me wonder what it would have been like when Staubach and Morton were sharing the duties in the early 1970s, or worse yet, when Landry benched Danny White for Gary Hogeboom. It's probably a good thing message boards weren't around then.

It's quite a phenomenon ... this blue vs. gray annual QB wars in Dallas.

I think Henson and Romo both have something to offer. I agree with ABQ, that this season is key for Romo (going back to Parcells' 3-year philosophy that he learned from Landry). If Romo doesn't show enough this year, then he'll probably be cut. Parcells should know by next February whether Romo has a future in this league or not.

Oh, and that was a pretty solid message board whoppin' that Adam put on you, Nors. As usual, though, it didn't seem to faze you. :)

[TheEnigma]

WHATS AMAZING

WE have Drew wonderdog and golfer Romo gets a 2 year deal, in fact making more than Henson! Whats up with that!

Would you mind posting the numbers so I can be for certain?

[InmanRoshi]

Have the Cowboys given any of their other EFA's signing bonuses?

[WoodysGirl]

Have the Cowboys given any of their other EFA's signing bonuses?I doubt the 'boys offered them extensions. They were tendered an offer and they signed.

Edit: According to Sportsline.com Romo was the only Exclusive FA

[Tio]

No, not really.

It's hard to make a convincing point when you can't even spell on a third grade level, but yet we're suppose to believe in your self appointed football expertise?when did I ever argue to be an expert? When did I even argue. THe fact is, it is used when you have no more counter-points and you start grasping at straws.

[blindzebra]

Same BZ that started a "Nors" gauntlett thread and then wimped out of it - comical to me.

Ignore it is - I only regret I have to read his replies in others replies.

Mods - can we address that?

For someone you keep saying you are ignoring me, my name keeps coming up in your posts.

As for the gauntlet, I did not agree to BrainPaint's penalties for the loser.

I held up my part of the bet by not responding to you for a week, you on the other hand made a NE post within minutes of the bet being called off.

You then post a selfserving, delusional run down of your "predictions" with a bring it at the end.

I wait for like 7 pages of others letting you have it, before I replied and brought it.

What did you do? Did you respond intelligently? Did you even attempt to refute the *** whipping I gave you?

Nope, you announce to the world not once, not twice, but SIX TIMES that you put me on ignore.

I'm a whimp for not agreeing to Brain's watered down bet, okay.

What does yelling bring it, and then hiding behind ignore mean?:rolleyes:

[FuzzyLumpkins]

You are making an "amateur" statement that Romo doesn't have arm strength. Thats flawed - Parcell/Peyton know what he has and they gave him a $2M deal. Leaf, Hutchinson, Henson have cannons..... there is more to running an NFL Offense and intangibles are involved and that is what Romo has! Moxie!

And you choose to ignore the real point of that thread but that is what I would expect of you. And I certainly understand that the QB position requires quick decision making.

Apparently I was wrong about his arm stregth and am willing to admit my mistake. That is certainly more than I expect from you. I was simply going off what i would see on TV.

As for calling my comments amateur I really must say i am take aback. Is that you kettle? Nors you are the king of throwing a bunch of feces up on the wall to see what sticks. Sad part is when something does stick you sit there and pat yourself on the back over and over again.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

:jerk: I have almost 20+ years experience here in New England analyzing the Tuna. Romo is his made man.


LTN - Log in to Federal Hill wireless network and explain that to the non NoReasters!!!

:jerk:

[Crown Royal]

I refuse to read through 10 pages of this, because I can only assume that 9 pages are rubbish.

I will say though that I don't get the big deal on this - this isn't a blockbuster contract. He got a 300K signing bonus, 300K this season and around 900K for next season. Plus, judging from the length of time it took to negotiate it, that was probably not nearly the first offer by the Boys.

I am somewhat suprised we did this - I didn't (and still don't) think he is that terrific, rather a career backup (at best). But good for him anyhow.

I will say this - 2 years at 1.8 million is NOT a blockbuster deal that should warrant 10 pages. And it certainly isn't the deal I give someone I expect to start someday soon.

[Crown Royal]

WHATS AMAZING

WE have Drew wonderdog and golfer Romo gets a 2 year deal, in fact making more than Henson! Whats up with that!

Henson has an 8 year deal and a guaranteed 3.5 million dollars.

Romo has a 2 year contract with a guaranteed 300K.

How is he making more money?

[FuzzyLumpkins]

WHATS AMAZING

WE have Drew wonderdog and golfer Romo gets a 2 year deal, in fact making more than Henson! Whats up with that!

Henson's signing bonus was over ten times what Romo's was. Dear god have n opinion but dont make up or distort facts to serve them.

[booboo]

when did I ever argue to be an expert? When did I even argue. THe fact is, it is used when you have no more counter-points and you start grasping at straws.

You simply made a global generalization, and so did I.

I apologize by using the words "you" that was directed toward any reader.

[SuspectCorner]

if both guys, romo and henson, show marked improvement over last year - i'll be a happy camper.

since aikman's retirement we've shifted from the "parade of neophytes" to the "parade of geezers" - and never really even tapped the clutch.

wouldn't it be great to have a very capable QB under 30 for a change? much less two...

parcells seems to think enough of romo to wanna keep him around. if these two can push each other enough that one of them goes over the top - i'm all for it.

the longer dallas languishes with the likes of QC, vinny, and bledsoe - the longer we fans will twist.

we really need a young guy to step up and firmly grab hold of this thing. the sooner it happens the sooner we can put more effort into arguing over the color of seats in the new stadium.

i hope they both light up the scoreboard in the preseason and beyond. wouldn't that be a new wrinkle? making the tough decision over which good QB to keep over the long haul.

it's pretty obvious, now, that it's an open competition between henson and romo.

let the chips fall where they may.

[5mics]

Henson has an 8 year deal and a guaranteed 3.5 million dollars.

Romo has a 2 year contract with a guaranteed 300K.

How is he making more money?
Exactly what I was thinking. Anyway, can't wait to see how they do on the field so this SILLY argument about them can be put to rest...

[dbair1967]

Would you mind posting the numbers so I can be for certain?

somebody else did...as usual, Nors made something up

David

[dbair1967]

160 posts about Tony Romo signing a 2yr deal...pretty sad...

hey Nors, was the writing on the wall for Terrance Copper and Patrick Crayton when Randall Williams signed a nearly identical 2yr deal last yr?

David

[dbair1967]

The wait for quarterback Tony Romo apparently was well worth it.

Romo, who had been the Cowboys' last remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, signed a two-year deal Friday.

Romo was given a $300,00 signing bonus and will receive a $20,000 roster bonus next week. His base salary will be $380,000 in 2005 and $900,000 in 2006. Romo, who is entering his third season with the Cowboys after making the team as a rookie free agent in 2003, is due to receive a reporting bonus of $280,000 at the start of training camp in 2006.

Although Romo will likely serve as the third quarterback behind Drew Bledsoe and Drew Henson next season, the financial commitment is proof that the Cowboys think Romo at least has a future as a No. 2 man. The deal protects them from losing Romo next season when he will be a restricted free agent. If he does not develop, the Cowboys could cut him before training camp and avoid paying the roughly $1.18 million they would owe him in 2006.

Receiver Randal Williams received a two-year deal under a similar scenario when he was an exclusive-rights free agent last season. He was released last month after a disappointing performance in 2004.

[Cbz40]

The wait for quarterback Tony Romo apparently was well worth it.

Romo, who had been the Cowboys' last remaining unsigned exclusive rights free agent, signed a two-year deal Friday.

Romo was given a $300,00 signing bonus and will receive a $20,000 roster bonus next week. His base salary will be $380,000 in 2005 and $900,000 in 2006. Romo, who is entering his third season with the Cowboys after making the team as a rookie free agent in 2003, is due to receive a reporting bonus of $280,000 at the start of training camp in 2006.

Although Romo will likely serve as the third quarterback behind Drew Bledsoe and Drew Henson next season, the financial commitment is proof that the Cowboys think Romo at least has a future as a No. 2 man. The deal protects them from losing Romo next season when he will be a restricted free agent. If he does not develop, the Cowboys could cut him before training camp and avoid paying the roughly $1.18 million they would owe him in 2006.

Receiver Randal Williams received a two-year deal under a similar scenario when he was an exclusive-rights free agent last season. He was released last month after a disappointing performance in 2004.

Thanks David that puts this deal in a more realistic perspective.

[jimmy40]

Henson has an 8 year deal and a guaranteed 3.5 million dollars.

Romo has a 2 year contract with a guaranteed 300K.

How is he making more money?Nors math.

[Nors]

Name
Position
Team
Compensation

Bledsoe, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 2000000.00
Henson, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 305000.00

Henson I believe received his upfront. Obviously guuaranteed and more.
Spread that over 7 years also.

As I said - Romo will earn more this year than Henson!

[Nors]

I'll bet you Copper and Crayton don't play in Dallas for 4 seasons.

Romo will.

[junk]

I'll bet you Copper and Crayton don't play in Dallas for 4 seasons.

Romo will.

That would be an interesting plotline to follow. I would say, right now, there chances are all about equal.

[Nors]

somebody else did...as usual, Nors made something up

David
Name
Position
Team
Compensation

Bledsoe, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 2000000.00
Henson, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 305000.00

Romo is based on yesterdays reports to get $300K Bonus, $20K reporting and $300K salary - yeagh I made that up. Yes he is earning more than Henson this year.

Henson took in $15M from Yanks but that didn't help him make the bigs.... ;)

[Crown Royal]

I'll bet you Copper and Crayton don't play in Dallas for 4 seasons.

Romo will.

At least Copper and Crayton have played in Dallas for one season thus far.

[Crown Royal]

Name
Position
Team
Compensation

Bledsoe, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 2000000.00
Henson, Drew QB Dallas Cowboys 305000.00

Romo is based on yesterdays reports to get $300K Bonus, $20K reporting and $300K salary - yeagh I made that up. Yes he is earning more than Henson this year.

Henson took in $15M from Yanks but that didn't help him make the bigs.... ;)

Henson didn't receive a 3.5 million dollar signing bonus. He received 3.5 million in guaranteed money. Some of that is roster bonus (spread over the years).

I await Adam, but I would like to see that his roster bonus for this year is.

[Nors]

I too would like to see Hensons "guaranteed" money layed out. This was suposed to be a voidable deal? Apparantly after year 1 it did not void. Henson is getting paid peanuts. There were issues with Henson being a 6th rounder and how much we could pay him at the time. He should have gone into the draft. He must have thought he could beat out Carter. Well Carter self destructed and he was beaten out by a 41 year old and battled Romo the golfer all season just to see #2.

Now they bring in Bledsoe and back the brinx up for Romo.




Henson, Drew
View Stats at Players Inc Site
Player Info
Draft Info

QB (#)
Year: 2003

Dallas Cowboys
Round: 6

W Bloomfield, MI
Position: 19

Salary History

2004 230000.00
2005 305000.00
2006 385000.00
2007 460000.00
2008 545000.00
2009 545000.00
2010 545000.00
2011 670000.00

[Nors]

And you choose to ignore the real point of that thread but that is what I would expect of you. And I certainly understand that the QB position requires quick decision making.

Apparently I was wrong about his arm stregth and am willing to admit my mistake. That is certainly more than I expect from you. I was simply going off what i would see on TV.

As for calling my comments amateur I really must say i am take aback. Is that you kettle? Nors you are the king of throwing a bunch of feces up on the wall to see what sticks. Sad part is when something does stick you sit there and pat yourself on the back over and over again.

Preach what you say, He complains about it, then throws it. And he word kettle is used. I am not taken aback.

[LaTunaNostra]

Henson has an 8 year deal and a guaranteed 3.5 million dollars.

Romo has a 2 year contract with a guaranteed 300K.

How is he making more money?
You just don't get it, CR.

You're looking at it like the Cowboys just made a very sound but ordinary decision - to both prevent a player who may develop nicely from becoming a free agent next year, and have the ability to release him at very low cost if he doesn't.

But the fact there is nothing in the numbers, the FO's pronouncements, or the press's speculation not to indicate this is just another hum-ho, everyday contract signing, is a smoke screen. IF you read between the line as Nors has, you will realize this signing is nothing less than a referendum on Tony Romo's future with the Cowboys: as the next starting quarterback.

Several key indicators point to this:

First, ROMO IS NOW UNDER CONTRACT. The reality that 79 or so other players also are signifies nothing. The way you need to look at it is Romo likely won't be playing in Canada, or in the Arena League, or touring the golf circuit this season. He will be a Cowboy. For a while, anyway.

Whoopdeedoo.

Second, we don't know every specific of this contract. Altho it's the epitome of the mundane on the surface, reasonable to small SB, tiny roster bonus, easy release for the FO, we don't know the ins and outs of that vast, incredible possible 900 thousand Romo has a shot at next season. It COULD BE that this is a brilliantly contrived contract that in reality only gives us a glimpse of how Dallas is rewarding its most productive players like Tony, and at the same time circumventing the cap. This is what I think: Romo, as the heir apparent to Troy Aikman, has a hidden incentive built into his contact. If he sees so much as three downs in regular season action this year, Jerry is going to legally disinherit Stephen and publically adopt Tony.

Third, and this is what really counts, CR, and what you fail to see with your Henson colored glasses on: Bill Parcells LIKES Romo. For proof of this we have the literally hundreds of comments Bill has made re Romo these past two years. Let's see, Tuna referred to TR as intelligent once. He has praised his golf game several times. He HASN'T singled Tony out as a dumbarse or a thug.

And most significantly, he once said Romo has "moxie". Now if you WATCHED Parcells as you are supposed to, you would understand what that means. MOXIE, CR, MOXIE. In the lunch-pail mentality of Bill Parcells, could ANYTHING have been more flattering, more revealing of Bill's true regard for Tony?

Now I know Tuna has heaped praise on the likes of Daleroy Stewart and the Brooks Bros recently, but he never said any of those "impact" players had MOXIE. MOXIE is the oxygen Parcells breathes. It's what separates the wolves from the sheep in his world. It's the ultimate intangible. Romo has got it. End of story.

Wake up and smell the coffee, CR.

Jump on the Tony Romo HOF Bandwagon while there's still room!

[Crown Royal]

I too would like to see Hensons "guaranteed" money layed out. This was suposed to be a voidable deal? Apparantly after year 1 it did not void. Henson is getting paid peanuts. There were issues with Henson being a 6th rounder and how much we could pay him at the time. He should have gone into the draft. He must have thought he could beat out Carter. Well Carter self destructed and he was beaten out by a 41 year old and battled Romo the golfer all season just to see #2.

Now they bring in Bledsoe and back the brinx up for Romo.



Two notables on his contract - he would have received a bonus (or a rate hike) last season had he reached playing time quotas laid out in the contract.

The contract could be voided to a 4 year deal if he reaches certain playing time parameters...

As for beating out Carter - that was never, ever the plan. The plan was for him to sit behind Vinny/Carter (whoever won the starting job) as a third string guy and learn for a while. Vinny was inked to a one year deal, so I assume that they hoped Henson could become number 2 by this season. Unfortunately, Carter messed the whole plan up a la Ricky Williams. Thus Henson's development plan was pushed forward when it shouldn't have been.

Henson was never meant to sniff the starter role last season, but due to circumstance (and the fact that he had beaten out Romo by Thanksgiving), he started a game. Parcells, though, saw that he wasn't ready (something we knew when we traded for him) and yanked him. Good for Bill. That's why we signed him to an 8 year deal. To develop him (something that would be much harder on a 2 year....).

As far as getting peanuts, far from it. He is getting payed very decent money for being developmental, showing the team's faith in his ability. That 3.5 is guaranteed - meaning he gets it whether he pans out or not. But, to fit under the rookie cap for 2003 (because that is when he was drafted), his salary was put at base, while the rest of his money was written into roster bonus stuff.

[Nors]

Henson gets $3.5M guaranteedESPN.com news services


The Houston Texans have traded the rights to quarterback Drew Henson to the Dallas Cowboys for a third-round draft choice in the 2005 NFL draft, ESPN.com has learned.

Henson and the Cowboys agreed on an eight-year contract that will void to four years with modest playing time. In all eight years of the deal, the former New York Yankees third baseman will make a guaranteed minimum salary. In 2004, Henson's salary will be $238,000.

Henson, however, is guaranteed at least $3.5 million over the next four years through a roster bonus that will trigger after any season in which he meets the predetermined playing time level. The Dallas Morning News reports that Henson will receive that bonus and void the last four years of the deal if he plays just 15 percent of the team's snaps in 2004. Henson's deal also has a $1 million escalator clause. The paper reports that clause will be triggered if Henson plays 70 percent of the team's snaps in any of his first three seasons.

LTN:

I am debating Romo versus Henson to be backup. BACKUP to Drew Bledsoe. Your long winded rant to mock Romo as the next Aikman or a Hall of Famer is ludicrous. Laugh as you will and did last season. To your horror again, Romo will start the season #2.

[Crown Royal]

You just don't get it, CR.

You're looking at it like the Cowboys just made a very sound but ordinary decision - to both prevent a player who may develop nicely from becoming a free agent next year, and have the ability to release him at very low cost if he doesn't.

But the fact there is nothing in the numbers, the FO's pronouncements, or the press's speculation not to indicate this is just another hum-ho, everyday contract signing, is a smoke screen. IF you read between the line as Nors has, you will realize this signing is nothing less than a referendum on Tony Romo's future with the Cowboys: as the next starting quarterback.

Several key indicators point to this:

First, ROMO IS NOW UNDER CONTRACT. The reality that 79 or so other players also are signifies nothing. The way you need to look at it is Romo likely won't be playing in Canada, or in the Arena League, or touring the golf circuit this season. He will be a Cowboy. For a while, anyway.

Whoopdeedoo.

Second, we don't know every specific of this contract. Altho it's the epitome of the mundane on the surface, reasonable to small SB, tiny roster bonus, easy release for the FO, we don't know the ins and outs of that vast, incredible possible 900 thousand Romo has a shot at next season. It COULD BE that this is a brilliantly contrived contract that in reality only gives us a glimpse of how Dallas is rewarding its most productive players like Tony, and at the same time circumventing the cap. This is what I think: Romo, as the heir apparent to Troy Aikman, has a hidden incentive built into his contact. If he sees so much as three downs in regular season action this year, Jerry is going to legally disinherit Stephen and publically adopt Tony.

Third, and this is what really counts, CR, and what you fail to see with your Henson colored glasses on: Bill Parcells LIKES Romo. For proof of this we have the literally hundreds of comments Bill has made re Romo these past two years. Let's see, Tuna referred to TR as intelligent once. He has praised his golf game several times. He HASN'T singled Tony out as a dumbarse or a thug.

And most significantly, he once said Romo has "moxie". Now if you WATCHED Parcells as you are supposed to, you would understand what that means. MOXIE, CR, MOXIE. In the lunch-pail mentality of Bill Parcells, could ANYTHING have been more flattering, more revealing of Bill's true regard for Tony?

Now I know Tuna has heaped praise on the likes of Daleroy Stewart and the Brooks Bros recently, but he never said any of those "impact" players had MOXIE. MOXIE is the oxygen Parcells breathes. It's what separates the wolves from the sheep in his world. It's the ultimate intangible. Romo has got it. End of story.

Wake up and smell the coffee, CR.

Jump on the Tony Romo HOF Bandwagon while there's still room!

:lmao2:

I apologize LTN. I had never looked at it that way. You have shown me the light. Romo is the future. Romo will lead us to the promised land. I mean, MOXIE! Seriously, though, I hope this is just a place holder contract. I hope they did it just to continue negotiations to get a long term deal, the REAL deal. I expect somewhere along the lines of 5 years, 30 million (with a 10 million dollar SB). This guy, I mean, I want him on the team for years to come.

:D







(He loved Big Brother.)

[Nors]

Two notables on his contract - he would have received a bonus (or a rate hike) last season had he reached playing time quotas laid out in the contract.

The contract could be voided to a 4 year deal if he reaches certain playing time parameters...

As for beating out Carter - that was never, ever the plan. The plan was for him to sit behind Vinny/Carter (whoever won the starting job) as a third string guy and learn for a while. Vinny was inked to a one year deal, so I assume that they hoped Henson could become number 2 by this season. Unfortunately, Carter messed the whole plan up a la Ricky Williams. Thus Henson's development plan was pushed forward when it shouldn't have been.

Henson was never meant to sniff the starter role last season, but due to circumstance (and the fact that he had beaten out Romo by Thanksgiving), he started a game. Parcells, though, saw that he wasn't ready (something we knew when we traded for him) and yanked him. Good for Bill. That's why we signed him to an 8 year deal. To develop him (something that would be much harder on a 2 year....).

As far as getting peanuts, far from it. He is getting payed very decent money for being developmental, showing the team's faith in his ability. That 3.5 is guaranteed - meaning he gets it whether he pans out or not. But, to fit under the rookie cap for 2003 (because that is when he was drafted), his salary was put at base, while the rest of his money was written into roster bonus stuff.

Translation:
To Date he received Min salary last year. Missed void and bonus.
Is earning min this year. With Bledsoe he willagain miss snaps and void.

Thats two years at Rookie and 2nd year min. Romo indeed is making more money this year than Henson.

Henson will see his money at best in 2007/2008 and he is playing or we cut him and take the dead money hit.

[Crown Royal]

Translation:
To Date he received Min salary last year. Missed void and bonus.
Is earning min this year. With Bledsoe he willagain miss snaps and void.

Thats two years at Rookie and 2nd year min. Romo indeed is making more money this year than Henson.

Henson will see his money at best in 2007/2008 and he is playing or we cut him and take the dead money hit.

Okay - it looks like your right about that. Good job. That being said, thye had to squeeze his cap number last season to the rookie min because they had to make it fit under the rookie pool.

But you are right - Romo will be making more.


Now why is Romo not getting an 8 year deal (voidable, of course, to 4).

(BTW - that's a pretty poor translation. I had a lot more pertinent information in that post.)

[LaTunaNostra]

LTN:

I am debating Romo versus Henson to be backup. BACKUP to Drew Bledsoe. Your long winded rant to mock Romo as the next Aikman or a Hall of Famer is ludicrous. Laugh as you will and did last season. To your horror again, Romo will start the season #2.

It wasn't Tony I was mocking, my dear. ;)

And it will not be "to my horror" to see Tony listed as #2 on the depth chart this year. Not at all.

Last year I was one of the ones here who was very unrealistic as to the rate of Henson's ascendancy...in my eagerness to see a QB under center to keep pace with the hated Jints and their "franchise QB" (and a Manning at that), I illogically expected Drew to spring full blown onto the scene, even considering Bill's impatience with rookie mistakes and his affection for VT. However, I did not let my impatience to see Drew allow me to trash Tony. That would make zero sense. A player is what he is, not what I want him to be.

If it takes another year to see Drew H bloom, I can bear it.

After all, as a Jets fan, I waited as long for ANOTHER Parcells protegee to make his mark. And Pennington was coming straight out of college ball, not from a three year stint in baseball. I WATCH Bill and know how he operates.

Nors, I like Tony and hope he does develop into a reliable QB..to use a (gulp) Skins analogy, nothing would please me more than a REAL QB controversy here when Tony becomes Billy Kilmer to Drew's Sonny Jerguson. Yes, Nors, wouldn't it be great to debate the merits of two great players rather than two of the Q-H ilk?

Nope, forget it if you think seeing TR listed above Henson on the depth chart will get a rise out of me. I KNOW Henson is the future. But there' s enough room on a football team, and in my fanbased affections, for TWO QBS.

[LaTunaNostra]

:lmao2:

I hope this is just a place holder contract. I hope they did it just to continue negotiations to get a long term deal, the REAL deal. I expect somewhere along the lines of 5 years, 30 million (with a 10 million dollar SB). This guy, I mean, I want him on the team for years to come.

:D



Exactly, CR.

I suspect if the "real deal" can't be hammered out soon, Tony is firing his agent and hiring Drew Rosenhaus.

[Nors]

It wasn't Tony I was mocking, my dear. ;)

And it will not be "to my horror" to see Tony listed as #2 on the depth chart this year. Not at all.

Last year I was one of the ones here who was very unrealistic as to the rate of Henson's ascendancy...in my eagerness to see a QB under center to keep pace with the hated Jints and their "franchise QB" (and a Manning at that), I illogically expected Drew to spring full blown onto the scene, even considering Bill's impatience with rookie mistakes and his affection for VT. However, I did not let my impatience to see Drew allow me to trash Tony. That would make zero sense. A player is what he is, not what I want him to be.

If it takes another year to see Drew H bloom, I can bear it.

After all, as a Jets fan, I waited as long for ANOTHER Parcells protegee to make his mark. And Pennington was coming straight out of college ball, not from a three year stint in baseball. I WATCH Bill and know how he operates.

Nors, I like Tony and hope he does develop into a reliable QB..to use a (gulp) Skins analogy, nothing would please me more than a REAL QB controversy here when Tony becomes Billy Kilmer to Drew's Sonny Jerguson. Yes, Nors, wouldn't it be great to debate the merits of two great players rather than two of the Q-H ilk?

Nope, forget it if you think seeing TR listed above Henson on the depth chart will get a rise out of me. I KNOW Henson is the future. But there' s enough room on a football team, and in my fanbased affections, for TWO QBS.

Last year - I still remember that preseason Sunday night beating I took advocating Romo to start season over Henson. Helacious - lol
The best were the holding snap observations..... :p:


I think Romo could evolve into a starter in this league. Henson has major ? mark. I'm not convinced as you are he's it. Bledsoe/Romo moves are staring to frame BP's real football opinion on Drew.

I give Henson credit he's playing for rookie min money, hoping for that shot. he's throwing 5000 passes in the offseason. I hope he gets better and isn't just tiring his arm out.....

Interesting such a talked about battle for who's to be our backup!

[LaTunaNostra]

Last year - I still remember that preseason Sunday night beating I took advocating Romo to start season over Henson. Helacious - lol
The best were the holding snap observations..... :p:

You've got a touch of masochist in you, Nors, as well as underdog defender _ I look forward to seeing you take even more beatings this season.

You do, however, remain my favorite poster here. You are the staw that stirs the drink, even if the straw is weak and WAY overused. :D


-I think Romo could evolve into a starter in this league. Henson has major ? mark. I'm not convinced as you are he's it. Bledsoe/Romo moves are staring to frame BP's real football opinion on Drew.

I give Henson credit he's playing for rookie min money, hoping for that shot. he's throwing 5000 passes in the offseason. I hope he gets better and isn't just tiring his arm out.....

Interesting such a talked about battle for who's to be our backup!


Dead-arm syndrome is exactly what I am worried about. (not Tony ;)

Let's hope Lee and the trainers know what they're doing.

[Crown Royal]

Last year - I still remember that preseason Sunday night beating I took advocating Romo to start season over Henson. Helacious - lol
The best were the holding snap observations..... :p:


I think Romo could evolve into a starter in this league. Henson has major ? mark. I'm not convinced as you are he's it. Bledsoe/Romo moves are staring to frame BP's real football opinion on Drew.

I give Henson credit he's playing for rookie min money, hoping for that shot. he's throwing 5000 passes in the offseason. I hope he gets better and isn't just tiring his arm out.....

Interesting such a talked about battle for who's to be our backup!

That he's a project? Yeah - that's what he was brought in for....to learn. Bledsoe buys more time for Henson to stay in the backseat and learn - he was never meant to be a starter immediately. See my previous two posts.

[Nors]

You've got a touch of masochist in you, Nors, as well as underdog defender _ I look forward to seeing you take even more beatings this season.

You do, however, remain my favorite poster here. You are the staw that stirs the drink, even if the straw is weak and WAY overused. :D





Dead-arm syndrome is exactly what I am worried about. (not Tony ;)

Let's hope Lee and the trainers know what they're doing.


I actually feel bad for Henson. Kid was to be next Elway, can't miss high school football/baseball stud. Went off to college and struggled to start till Jr season. Quit football to make big $ and play baseball. He really, really struggled in minors. That can't be good for confidence.

My 11 year old son is a very, very good baseball player. Power hitter and very streaky. He'll hit two homers than go hitless two games. Then he'll go aon a tear again. But during a mini slump its an emotional downer. I can't even imagine how tough Henson's three years of failing at baseball were.

Now he jumps back to football and when the lights went on in his start he panicked and was overwhelmed. I think Henson on the exterior looks the part. I don't think internally HE'S so sure he can do it.


Thats the edge Romo has, confidence - JMO

[JackMagist]

Just a few thoughts about Romo and his contract:

It is a good deal for Romo because it guarantees money in a signing bonus; he had no guarantees before and virtually insures his making the team this year. And it gives him a big shot in the bank account Right Now which I'm sure is important for a young man in his position. And it insures that if he is as good as I'm sure He believes he is then he has a nice contract assured for the next year before either renegotiating or hitting FA.

Romo has no choice but to gamble with his own ability to make the team; he came in as a UDFA after all. He has to prove he is worth keeping or he is out. Now Romo has hedged his bet a little bit and is sitting in a good spot if his ability is what he hopes it is. The pressure is now on Romo even more to prove himself because even though he is fairly well assured of making the team this year he will have to really show the coaches something to still be here next year.

Also it strikes me as a thought that Romo was in a way using his Golf Game to his advantage during these talks. Just letting the team know that if he didn't make it in football he has other options since he could probably make it as a pro golfer. It's not something that was talked about in the negotiations but was just a fact that made local news right in the middle of them; I like that, it's subtle and it's slick and a very astute move.

Isn't it funny how much we talk about Romo? This kid gets more ink (or pixels) lately than Henson does. We talk about his "holding out" and not signing the tender (Oops other stuff working behind the scenes with longer deal). We talked about his Golf Game and trying to make the US Open and how he was killing his career with golf. And now we have 10 or 11 pages on his 2 mil contract. The kid gets talked about and that is important.

[Waffle]

You just don't get it, CR.

You're looking at it like the Cowboys just made a very sound but ordinary decision - to both prevent a player who may develop nicely from becoming a free agent next year, and have the ability to release him at very low cost if he doesn't.

But the fact there is nothing in the numbers, the FO's pronouncements, or the press's speculation not to indicate this is just another hum-ho, everyday contract signing, is a smoke screen. IF you read between the line as Nors has, you will realize this signing is nothing less than a referendum on Tony Romo's future with the Cowboys: as the next starting quarterback.

Several key indicators point to this:

First, ROMO IS NOW UNDER CONTRACT. The reality that 79 or so other players also are signifies nothing. The way you need to look at it is Romo likely won't be playing in Canada, or in the Arena League, or touring the golf circuit this season. He will be a Cowboy. For a while, anyway.

Whoopdeedoo.

Second, we don't know every specific of this contract. Altho it's the epitome of the mundane on the surface, reasonable to small SB, tiny roster bonus, easy release for the FO, we don't know the ins and outs of that vast, incredible possible 900 thousand Romo has a shot at next season. It COULD BE that this is a brilliantly contrived contract that in reality only gives us a glimpse of how Dallas is rewarding its most productive players like Tony, and at the same time circumventing the cap. This is what I think: Romo, as the heir apparent to Troy Aikman, has a hidden incentive built into his contact. If he sees so much as three downs in regular season action this year, Jerry is going to legally disinherit Stephen and publically adopt Tony.

Third, and this is what really counts, CR, and what you fail to see with your Henson colored glasses on: Bill Parcells LIKES Romo. For proof of this we have the literally hundreds of comments Bill has made re Romo these past two years. Let's see, Tuna referred to TR as intelligent once. He has praised his golf game several times. He HASN'T singled Tony out as a dumbarse or a thug.

And most significantly, he once said Romo has "moxie". Now if you WATCHED Parcells as you are supposed to, you would understand what that means. MOXIE, CR, MOXIE. In the lunch-pail mentality of Bill Parcells, could ANYTHING have been more flattering, more revealing of Bill's true regard for Tony?

Now I know Tuna has heaped praise on the likes of Daleroy Stewart and the Brooks Bros recently, but he never said any of those "impact" players had MOXIE. MOXIE is the oxygen Parcells breathes. It's what separates the wolves from the sheep in his world. It's the ultimate intangible. Romo has got it. End of story.

Wake up and smell the coffee, CR.

Jump on the Tony Romo HOF Bandwagon while there's still room!

Barb...Don't forget that Parcells said (referring to Romo) in one of his press conferences that he'd like to "kill him." Now, I think we all know it was meant as a compliment. Bill has never said he would like to "kill" Henson.

Until that happens, Romo is ahead of Henson.

[Nors]

Called him a gunslinger once too

[Nors]

Just a few thoughts about Romo and his contract:

It is a good deal for Romo because it guarantees money in a signing bonus; he had no guarantees before and virtually insures his making the team this year. And it gives him a big shot in the bank account Right Now which I'm sure is important for a young man in his position. And it insures that if he is as good as I'm sure He believes he is then he has a nice contract assured for the next year before either renegotiating or hitting FA.

Romo has no choice but to gamble with his own ability to make the team; he came in as a UDFA after all. He has to prove he is worth keeping or he is out. Now Romo has hedged his bet a little bit and is sitting in a good spot if his ability is what he hopes it is. The pressure is now on Romo even more to prove himself because even though he is fairly well assured of making the team this year he will have to really show the coaches something to still be here next year.

Also it strikes me as a thought that Romo was in a way using his Golf Game to his advantage during these talks. Just letting the team know that if he didn't make it in football he has other options since he could probably make it as a pro golfer. It's not something that was talked about in the negotiations but was just a fact that made local news right in the middle of them; I like that, it's subtle and it's slick and a very astute move.

Isn't it funny how much we talk about Romo? This kid gets more ink (or pixels) lately than Henson does. We talk about his "holding out" and not signing the tender (Oops other stuff working behind the scenes with longer deal). We talked about his Golf Game and trying to make the US Open and how he was killing his career with golf. And now we have 10 or 11 pages on his 2 mil contract. The kid gets talked about and that is important.


Good take -
Should be an interesting plot this pre season.

[dbair1967]

I think Romo could evolve into a starter in this league. Henson has major ? mark. I'm not convinced as you are he's it. Bledsoe/Romo moves are staring to frame BP's real football opinion on Drew.

I give Henson credit he's playing for rookie min money, hoping for that shot. he's throwing 5000 passes in the offseason. I hope he gets better and isn't just tiring his arm out.....

Interesting such a talked about battle for who's to be our backup!

Henson, a guy thought by many as potential #1 overall type talent has major question marks but Romo, drafted by nobody doesnt? can you say STUPID?

to say you preach idiocy would be a huge understatement Nors

and the only reason this thread keeps getting longer is because you keep agging it on...lets make a bet ok? when Romo isnt the #1 or #2 QB this yr on the Cowboys you finally leave this forum forever...if he is #1 or #2, I'll leave...

David

[dbair1967]

I actually feel bad for Henson. Kid was to be next Elway, can't miss high school football/baseball stud. Went off to college and struggled to start till Jr season. Quit football to make big $ and play baseball. He really, really struggled in minors. That can't be good for confidence.

My 11 year old son is a very, very good baseball player. Power hitter and very streaky. He'll hit two homers than go hitless two games. Then he'll go aon a tear again. But during a mini slump its an emotional downer. I can't even imagine how tough Henson's three years of failing at baseball were.

Now he jumps back to football and when the lights went on in his start he panicked and was overwhelmed. I think Henson on the exterior looks the part. I don't think internally HE'S so sure he can do it.


Thats the edge Romo has, confidence - JMO

where do you come up with this trash? :rolleyes:

David

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Preach what you say, He complains about it, then throws it. And he word kettle is used. I am not taken aback.

I would really love to see the logic that connects me calling you a hypocrite to me being a hypocrite. That would make it a circular argument and I very much so would like to see you attempt to connect the dots.

Pathetic.

You called my view amateur but I at least had the cojones to admit that I was wrong about Romo's arm-strength. This came from someone whose credentials consist of making 10k posts a year here and NFLDraftBlitz and was able to watch Parcells news coverage 4 years ago cause you live in the hub. All that and your droll WEEI shtick and you want to call me amateur? :jerk:


LTN stated that your the straw that stirs the drink and I guess you do generate posts, but then again one must ask if this a good thing. You make people mad and have about as much value to this board as Nancy Reagan's astrologer did to the White House.

Regardless Ill await your explanation how the highlighted portion of my post indicates that I am a hypocrite. I know it will never come. Its just yet another example of you throwing something up there and hoping that it sticks.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

I actually feel bad for Henson. Kid was to be next Elway, can't miss high school football/baseball stud. Went off to college and struggled to start till Jr season. Quit football to make big $ and play baseball. He really, really struggled in minors. That can't be good for confidence.

My 11 year old son is a very, very good baseball player. Power hitter and very streaky. He'll hit two homers than go hitless two games. Then he'll go aon a tear again. But during a mini slump its an emotional downer. I can't even imagine how tough Henson's three years of failing at baseball were.

Now he jumps back to football and when the lights went on in his start he panicked and was overwhelmed. I think Henson on the exterior looks the part. I don't think internally HE'S so sure he can do it.


Thats the edge Romo has, confidence - JMO

So let me get this straight? An 11-year old being coached by yourself versus Drew Henson being coached by Bill Parcellss and Sean Payton?

Its so clear to me now.

Let me guess though you have taken kenesiology clases to go along with your 2 handicap. Okay.

[AdamJT13]

Romo indeed is making more money this year than Henson.

Big deal. Romo is making more money this season than Peyton Manning, too. (Sorry, Peyton, but the writing is on the wall.)

The bottom line is that Henson gets $3.5 million GUARANTEED, and possibly as much as $5.88 million in his first four seasons. Romo gets a mere $320,000 guaranteed and a maximim of $1.9 million for two seasons.

[Nors]

I would really love to see the logic that connects me calling you a hypocrite to me being a hypocrite. That would make it a circular argument and I very much so would like to see you attempt to connect the dots.

Pathetic.

You called my view amateur but I at least had the cojones to admit that I was wrong about Romo's arm-strength. This came from someone whose credentials consist of making 10k posts a year here and NFLDraftBlitz and was able to watch Parcells news coverage 4 years ago cause you live in the hub. All that and your droll WEEI shtick and you want to call me amateur? :jerk:


LTN stated that your the straw that stirs the drink and I guess you do generate posts, but then again one must ask if this a good thing. You make people mad and have about as much value to this board as Nancy Reagan's astrologer did to the White House.

Regardless Ill await your explanation how the highlighted portion of my post indicates that I am a hypocrite. I know it will never come. Its just yet another example of you throwing something up there and hoping that it sticks.

You made a bad staement on Romo's arm, I called it. You later admit your wrong, get mad at me calling you on it, then sling ****.

You connect the dots.

[Rush 2112]

Romo's confidence intact after being stuck behind Hutch, Quinthy, Vinny, Henson?

How is it that Henson is the only one susceptible to wearing out his arm even though both he and Romo are on track for 6000 throws this off season?

Some one please answer that for me.

[Nors]

Big deal. Romo is making more money this season than Peyton Manning, too. (Sorry, Peyton, but the writing is on the wall.)

The bottom line is that Henson gets $3.5 million GUARANTEED, and possibly as much as $5.88 million in his first four seasons. Romo gets a mere $320,000 guaranteed and a maximim of $1.9 million for two seasons.

Did Henson meet his voidable last year? Doesn't look good this year - looking like Henson is going to see that $3.5M "guaranteed" a while on down the road!

I admire the kid for trying to make it in the NFL playing for rookie min money

[Nors]

Romo's confidence intact after being stuck behind Hutch, Quinthy, Vinny, Henson?

How is it that Henson is the only one susceptible to wearing out his arm even though both he and Romo are on track for 6000 throws this off season?

Some one please answer that for me.

Hutch - Gone Romo still here
QC - Gone Romo still here
VT - Gone Romo still here
Henson - Romo beat him out last preseason

Romo getting a sweet 2 year deal - making more than Henson - he's brimming in confidence. Henson? Whats spinning in his head? snakes? ;)

[Nors]

Henson, a guy thought by many as potential #1 overall type talent has major question marks but Romo, drafted by nobody doesnt? can you say STUPID?

to say you preach idiocy would be a huge understatement Nors

and the only reason this thread keeps getting longer is because you keep agging it on...lets make a bet ok? when Romo isnt the #1 or #2 QB this yr on the Cowboys you finally leave this forum forever...if he is #1 or #2, I'll leave...

David

This is like the BZ gauntlett? You going to back out too?
I take your challenge 100%. Romo will be the #1 or #2 QB for 1 game this season, playoff or Super Bowl.

This is easy!

[FuzzyLumpkins]

You made a bad staement on Romo's arm, I called it. You later admit your wrong, get mad at me calling you on it, then sling ****.

You connect the dots.

Nors you obviosly have no idea how the pot calling the kettle black cliche works. It basically means that I am saying that you are a hypocrite. Even if what you say here was true that does not make me a hypocrite.

You started patting yourself on the back over InmanRoshi's meal ticket but while that I did find it disgusting, I have become used to that type of behavior from you.

What I did get upset over was you calling anything anyone esle said amateur. The implication was clear and Nors despite whatever you may wnat you are not a professional. If anything people would pay you to go away not to stay and make us read your drivel.

That and I got annoyed with the fact that the entire gist of the post was that the fact that you will prop Romo up and only say negative thengs about Henson to be reprehensible. Just as the reverse is.

Look through this thread, Nors. Every post you have made has either been self centered, some contrived glorification of Romo or a contrived denegration of Henson. Far from the objective thought that most come to this board to get.

Fact is Nors your not a Cowboys fan not matter how many games you go to or how early you remembering seeing games. You are a Nor's fan and you just use the Cowboys as a vehicle to try and pat yourself on the back.

[Nors]

Lumpy:
I may not agree with you on Henson/Romo.

That does NOT make me a non Cowboy fan. I am a die hard Cowboy fan. Take a new tact.

[AdamJT13]

Did Henson meet his voidable last year? Doesn't look good this year - looking like Henson is going to see that $3.5M "guaranteed" a while on down the road!

That was the plan all along. The contract had to be structured specifically to fit in last year's rookie pool and avoid violating the 25-percent rule. The team didn't even expect Henson to play last season, let alone surpass Romo and even start a game.

I admire the kid for trying to make it in the NFL playing for rookie min money

With millions in the bank already, I'm sure he can wait for the rest of his guaranteed $3.5 million from Jerry.

Romo, on the other hand, had better invest his meager signing bonus wisely. If he doesn't show something this season, he probably won't get another one.

Romo getting a sweet 2 year deal - making more than Henson - he's brimming in confidence. Henson? Whats spinning in his head? snakes? ;)

Romo - still waiting to throw his first NFL pass - loses his job to a guy who hadn't played in four years - after two years with team still gets less than one-tenth of guaranteed money given to Henson. Yep, Romo's living the high life.

[LeonDixson]

This is like the BZ gauntlett? You going to back out too?
I take your challenge 100%. Romo will be the #1 or #2 QB for 1 game this season, playoff or Super Bowl.

This is easy!

That's a sucker bet. If Bledsoe goes doen and it's known he can't play the following game then OF COURSE Romo will be # 2 or #1 Qb for a game. I don't think that's what he meant. I think he meant that Romo has to beat out Henson and/or Bledsoe for the # 2 or better.

Anyway I all of our posters stick around, bet or no bet.

[Nors]

That was the plan all along. The contract had to be structured specifically to fit in last year's rookie pool and avoid violating the 25-percent rule. The team didn't even expect Henson to play last season, let alone surpass Romo and even start a game.



With millions in the bank already, I'm sure he can wait for the rest of his guaranteed $3.5 million from Jerry.

Romo, on the other hand, had better invest his meager signing bonus wisely. If he doesn't show something this season, he probably won't get another one.


At least Romo will deserve every $ he earned. Hutch AND Henson received what if guaranteed money. Baseball players who failed turned back to the sport they "loved" but spurned - football


Romo - still waiting to throw his first NFL pass - loses his job to a guy who hadn't played in four years - after two years with team still gets less than one-tenth of guaranteed money given to Henson. Yep, Romo's living the high life.

At least Romo will deserve every $ he earned. Hutch AND Henson received what if guaranteed money. Baseball players who failed turned back to the sport they "loved" but spurned - football

[Nors]

That's a sucker bet. If Bledsoe goes doen and it's known he can't play the following game then OF COURSE Romo will be # 2 or #1 Qb for a game. I don't think that's what he meant. I think he meant that Romo has to beat out Henson and/or Bledsoe for the # 2 or better.

Anyway I all of our posters stick around, bet or no bet.

They called me - I accepted the bet. I fully anticipate David welching just like the funny one BZ did with his Gauntlet garbage.

Not my fault they laid out a bad bet.

[Fletch]

They called me - I accepted the bet. I fully anticipate David welching just like the funny one BZ did with his Gauntlet garbage.

Not my fault they laid out a bad bet.

Gauntlet garbage? This whole thread is GARBAGE! :ralph:

It really is the dog days of the offseason to be grabbin at straws over the backup job, Romo especially.

[Chocolate Lab]

At least Romo will deserve every $ he earned. Hutch AND Henson received what if guaranteed money. Baseball players who failed turned back to the sport they "loved" but spurned - football
This thread...

Can we re-name these emoticons? How about

:Nors1 :banghead:
:Nors2 :shootme:
:Nors3 :insane:
:Nors4 :bang2:

[MichaelWinicki]

I don't really care that Romo is #1, #2 or #3.

As long as Drew Bledsoe is here for only 1 season... I'm a happy camper. And I'm betting one year is it.

[mperfection]

[QUOTE=Nors]Miki:

I used it as a comedic prop. (mods don't ban me)
That Statue has an arm I tell you.

Beeep, Beeep, Beeep

Brinx backing into Romo's driveway. Can someone post details, Is Romo making more than Henson this year?QUOTE]
LOL!

[Duane]

This thread...

Can we re-name these emoticons? How about

:Nors1 :banghead:
:Nors2 :shootme:
:Nors3 :insane:
:Nors4 :bang2:
:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[Cbz40]

This thread...

Can we re-name these emoticons? How about

:Nors1 :banghead:
:Nors2 :shootme:
:Nors3 :insane:
:Nors4 :bang2:

:D :D :D :D

[Fletch]

This thread...

Can we re-name these emoticons? How about

:Nors1 :banghead:
:Nors2 :shootme:
:Nors3 :insane:
:Nors4 :bang2:

You forgot Nors5: :jerk:

[big dog cowboy]

This thread...

Can we re-name these emoticons? How about

:Nors1 :banghead:
:Nors2 :shootme:
:Nors3 :insane:
:Nors4 :bang2:
:lmao2: :lmao2: :lmao2:

[EveryoneElse]

Henson looked great against bears!

Romo is in the hunt - my money says he beats Henson for #2 again to start this season, just like last year!

Just like Clint Stoerner was a good QB? Where's he at now?

[Fletch]

Just like Clint Stoerner was a good QB? Where's he at now?

Where he belongs, on a middle of the pack arena league team owned by Jerry Jones.

[EveryoneElse]

Romo will be the #1 or #2 QB for 1 game this season



I want in. I say he won't see #1 all year, unless both Bledsoe and Henson go down first.

If Romo is #1 at any time(besides injury to both Drews), I'll gladly leave the forum for good.

Romo #1 at any time this year= I leave
Romo never sees #1 this year= You leave

Deal?

[DLK150]

15 pages about Romo signing a $1.9M contract. Amazing. He may not even see 80% of that money if he doesn't solidify his position on the team. It might seem like a lot for a prospective #3, but it's not really because only 20% of it is guaranteed, and it would be cheap if he was #2.

If not for the Carter fiasco, Romo probably wouldn't even be here. There's no way he would have beaten out Carter, Vinny and Henson, who they had just invested long term money into, regardless of how it's structured. Romo would have been cut and on the practice squad or picked up by another team.

Romo started at #2 last year. Whoop-de-do. If he couldn't beat out a guy who hadn't played football for a few years(As many people are fond of pointing out.) while he was in his second year in the same system, something would have had to be wrong. Even at that, he didn't hold the spot down.

Henson hasn't played football in X number of years. Well, he's now played in more NFL games than Romo has in the past 2 years. Romo hasn't taken a snap in a meaningful game at any level since December or so of 2002. Oh, and this is Romo's 3rd season. Parcells is pretty well known for his 3 year rule, and I doubt that wouldn't hold true for a quarterback as well.

Someone made the remark that Henson got $15M from the Yanks and that didn't get him to the big leagues, or something along those lines. Well, does a $.3M bonus guarantee Romo anything but a pretty decent one year payout for a guy who has yet to play in a regular season NFL game?

Oy vey.

[blindzebra]

Let's some up the Romo issue.

Romo was #2 because he was more familar with our offensive system and we did not have a vet to back up Vinny. That came directly from Parcells mouth.

Would Romo even be a Cowboy right now had Carter not gotten released last year?

As for the contract meaning anything, ask Randal Williams since he got a new two year deal this time last year.

This thread is this long for one reason only, Nors.

Oh, and since he claims to have me on ignore...you'd never know it since he keeps mentioning me...would someone ask him about the following quote he made?

"I have no inside source about Law.":D

[JackMagist]

I want in. I say he won't see #1 all year, unless both Bledsoe and Henson go down first.

If Romo is #1 at any time(besides injury to both Drews), I'll gladly leave the forum for good.

Romo #1 at any time this year= I leave
Romo never sees #1 this year= You leave

Deal?Oh now there's some real balls for you since Bledsoe is the #1 and it is unlikely baring injury that either Henson or Romo make #1. Since the debate is about Henson vs Romo and not Romo vs Bledsoe why don't you bet him:

Romo #1 at any time this year = you leave
Henson #1 at any time this year = he leaves

Don't like those odds do you since since it's an even bet? Romo and Henson were each the #2 guy for 8 of the 16 weeks in the season last year. Henson got on the field only because it happened to be his turn at #2 when Vinny went down. Had that happened another week we might very well have seen Romo in the games.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Oh now there's some real balls for you since Bledsoe is the #1 and it is unlikely baring injury that either Henson or Romo make #1. Since the debate is about Henson vs Romo and not Romo vs Bledsoe why don't you bet him:

Romo #1 at any time this year = you leave
Henson #1 at any time this year = he leaves

Don't like those odds do you since since it's an even bet? Romo and Henson were each the #2 guy for 8 of the 16 weeks in the season last year. Henson got on the field only because it happened to be his turn at #2 when Vinny went down. Had that happened another week we might very well have seen Romo in the games.

given that logic then it should have been Romo's turn the following week. Henson started the following week.

[Phoenix-Talon]

WOOO HOOO we are SB bound now :D

That's a pretty unrealistic response based on an Over-rated FA that nobody else wanted.

JMO ...but, speaking of unrealistic, shouldn't you lose that signature! Wasn't it always borderline disrespectful?

[MichaelWinicki]

Let's some up the Romo issue.

Romo was #2 because he was more familar with our offensive system and we did not have a vet to back up Vinny. That came directly from Parcells mouth.

Would Romo even be a Cowboy right now had Carter not gotten released last year?

As for the contract meaning anything, ask Randal Williams since he got a new two year deal this time last year.

This thread is this long for one reason only, Nors.

Oh, and since he claims to have me on ignore...you'd never know it since he keeps mentioning me...would someone ask him about the following quote he made?

"I have no inside source about Law.":D

LOL!

I give Nors credit he certainly gets the board going.

[Chief]

It wasn't Tony I was mocking, my dear. ;)


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I've been off-line for the past 24 hours. I come back to see this thread still going and the beatings continuing.

Hit the eject button, Nors.

[MichaelWinicki]

:laugh2:

I've been off-line for the past 24 hours. I come back to see this thread still going and the beatings continuing.

Hit the eject button, Nors.


You know Chief... every board should have a "Nors". :)

[Alexander]

You know Chief... every board should have a "Nors". :)

A whipping mule that keeps coming back for more?

I guess so.

[MichaelWinicki]

A whipping mule that keeps coming back for more?

I guess so.


I must say Alexander it didn't take you long to pick up on the "Nors" routine. I've had the joy of "working" with Nors for a couple years now.

[dbair1967]

This is like the BZ gauntlett? You going to back out too?
I take your challenge 100%. Romo will be the #1 or #2 QB for 1 game this season, playoff or Super Bowl.

This is easy!

as usual, Nors changing crap to fit his turd agenda

the bet is Romo wont win the #1 or #2 job...dont go twisting crap around

David

[dbair1967]

Hutch - Gone Romo still here
QC - Gone Romo still here
VT - Gone Romo still here
Henson - Romo beat him out last preseason

Romo getting a sweet 2 year deal - making more than Henson - he's brimming in confidence. Henson? Whats spinning in his head? snakes? ;)

and the ironic thing is if the QC turd didnt get caught with the bong again, Romo would be in the arena league or something

David

[Chief]

You know Chief... every board should have a "Nors". :)

I agree.

:)

[Waffle]

You guys ragging on Romo are almost as bad as Nors and his jabs at Henson. Why must you tear down the other guy in order to defend "your" guy??

Face it...none of us have a friggin' clue about Romo or Henson for that matter. We do have a clue about Bledsoe, and that's why I'm keeping my optimism up about both Henson AND Romo. Nors is just trying to stir up the dust because he's bored and someone stole his Patriot Yearbook DVD collection.

[Alexander]

You guys ragging on Romo are almost as bad as Nors and his jabs at Henson. Why must you tear down the other guy in order to defend "your" guy??

Face it...none of us have a friggin' clue about Romo or Henson for that matter. We do have a clue about Bledsoe, and that's why I'm keeping my optimism up about both Henson AND Romo. Nors is just trying to stir up the dust because he's bored and someone stole his Patriot Yearbook DVD collection.

:sshhh:

You will ruin everyone's fun and the board will be dead.

[MichaelWinicki]

You guys ragging on Romo are almost as bad as Nors and his jabs at Henson. Why must you tear down the other guy in order to defend "your" guy??

Face it...none of us have a friggin' clue about Romo or Henson for that matter. We do have a clue about Bledsoe, and that's why I'm keeping my optimism up about both Henson AND Romo. Nors is just trying to stir up the dust because he's bored and someone stole his Patriot Yearbook DVD collection.


Waffle my friend you make a valid point. I like Romo, I think he has some talent but I not ready to anoint him next year's starter either.

[big dog cowboy]

I give Nors credit he certainly gets the board going.
He gets credit for that??? :confused:

[blindzebra]

You know Chief... every board should have a "Nors". :)

Can we give them ours?:D

[Nors]

I want in. I say he won't see #1 all year, unless both Bledsoe and Henson go down first.

If Romo is #1 at any time(besides injury to both Drews), I'll gladly leave the forum for good.

Romo #1 at any time this year= I leave
Romo never sees #1 this year= You leave

Deal?

No deal - David called a Gauntlet, funny guy he is. I called his hand.
If at any point this season Romo is #2 I win and he's gone. Skeet shoot

[Nors]

as usual, Nors changing crap to fit his turd agenda

the bet is Romo wont win the #1 or #2 job...dont go twisting crap around

David

I took your bet. #2 is #2. If Romo is #2 in a game he's the backup. Are you welching so fast?

[MichaelWinicki]

He gets credit for that??? :confused:


Just trying to say something nice BDC.

[Waffle]

:sshhh:

You will ruin everyone's fun and the board will be dead.

Sorry. My bad. :o:

[Waffle]

Waffle my friend you make a valid point. I like Romo, I think he has some talent but I not ready to anoint him next year's starter either.

Too bad Bledsoe's already been "annointed" the starter. He ought to have to compete just like everyone else. :confused:

[MichaelWinicki]

Too bad Bledsoe's already been "annointed" the starter. He ought to have to compete just like everyone else. :confused:

You are 100% right there.

[Cbz40]

Too bad Bledsoe's already been "annointed" the starter. He ought to have to compete just like everyone else. :confused:


Yes it is..... :(

Could not agree more Waffle.

[dbair1967]

No deal - David called a Gauntlet, funny guy he is. I called his hand.
If at any point this season Romo is #2 I win and he's gone. Skeet shoot

there is a difference between winning the job (which you have run your mouth in the ground about) or getting it because other players get hurt...

but it doesnt surprise me you dont know the difference...seems you have zero confidence in Romo actually beating anyone out

David

[Nors]

there is a difference between winning the job (which you have run your mouth in the ground about) or getting it because other players get hurt...

but it doesnt surprise me you dont know the difference...seems you have zero confidence in Romo actually beating anyone out

David

You made a silly bet - are you welching already? You said if Romo was the backup you would leave, That means in any game for any reason he starts or dresses as backup - you lose.

[Nors]

there is a difference between winning the job (which you have run your mouth in the ground about) or getting it because other players get hurt...

but it doesnt surprise me you dont know the difference...seems you have zero confidence in Romo actually beating anyone out

David
Romo beat him out last year to start the season. I have all the confidence in the world - Welcher.

[Nors]

Henson, a guy thought by many as potential #1 overall type talent has major question marks but Romo, drafted by nobody doesnt? can you say STUPID?

to say you preach idiocy would be a huge understatement Nors

and the only reason this thread keeps getting longer is because you keep agging it on...lets make a bet ok? when Romo isnt the #1 or #2 QB this yr on the Cowboys you finally leave this forum forever...if he is #1 or #2, I'll leave...

David

I called you on this bet - its pretty clear and concise.
You are on. :cool:

[Tio]

You know what he meant nors, do you not have any confidence romo will actually win the job and are banking on an injury? If not, than do it dbairs way.

[Tio]

Romo beat him out last year to start the season. I have all the confidence in the world - Welcher.Than take the bet that he will win the job, not get it through an injury.

[dbair1967]

You made a silly bet - are you welching already? You said if Romo was the backup you would leave, That means in any game for any reason he starts or dresses as backup - you lose.

whatever Nors

honestly if the Mods continue to ignore all your flaming, nagging, agging on type posts I may leave anyway

David

[Tio]

whatever Nors

honestly if the Mods continue to ignore all your flaming, nagging, agging on type posts I may leave anyway

DavidAtleast im not the only one who thinks he gets special treatment...

[dbair1967]

Atleast im not the only one who thinks he gets special treatment...

I suspect he may be a $$$ contributor or related to someone here...on most forums I've seen run well he'd have been long gone and not allowed back

David

[Nors]

You know what he meant nors, do you not have any confidence romo will actually win the job and are banking on an injury? If not, than do it dbairs way.

I accepted his bet on what he SAID. No conditions - I accepted and now he wants out. Man thats sad.

Stop putting out challenges David - you might get called :cool:

[Banned_n_austin]

05-06-2005 Fernando Fernandez QUOTE: "I expect Romo to get a sizable increase in pay when he signs AND I expect to see him STARTING midway into the season."

I got the first part right, now waiting to cash in on the second part! :dance3:

I'm planning to have alot of fun this year!
:cheers: :toast2: :beer1:
Want to join me Nors and Banned_n_austin?

05-03-2005 pm, blindzebra QUOTE: "He more likely to be released than be 2nd team." :anvil: :yousuck: :lmao: :rake: :bastid: :whip: :tongue: :lmao2:

TONY ROMO DRINKING GAME

If Romo's name is mentioned during the broadcast: Take 1 drink.

If you spot Romo on the sidelines: Take 1 drink.

If Romo gets in the game to hold for a field goal or extra point: Take 2 drinks.

If Romo gets into the game as quarterback: Drink an entire beer.

If Romo is at any time misidentified as someone else: Drink an entire beer.

If Romo scores/throws a touchdown: Do a shot.

If Romo commits a turnover: Open a new ice-cold beer and pour it down the sink.

If Eastern Illinois University is mentioned: Cheer loudly and spin around three times.

Feel free to adapt the Romo Drinking Game for your own beverages/alcohol tolerance.

BTW, got this from the Eastern Illinois Weblog, ENJOY!


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