Romo and Dak based on Raw Ability

[SteveTheCowboy]

Those playoff records are wildly different.

In the losses, Romo made many plays. Dak made virtually none.

Not even debatable.

You see...you can't do this. You have to cite STATS. You cannot simply say "I saw plays".

You'd think these stat people wouldn't even watch games. If stats alone define players...why bother watching the games?

And so now we have ...the...human condition. The human brain has to sense things and recreate them in their brain. THEN...they have to spit it back out...without error.

Well they obviously don't HAVE to. Spit it out without error.

Most people don't care about perception error. You could literally replay it back and they'd say that's not what happened. Fight you to the death about it.

 

[erod]

Sports stats are crutches for weak arguments. The less refined use them as "facts", when they're really just conditional results full of anomalies.

Look how many awful decisions franchises make based on stats. That's why most high-dollar free agents don't pan out.

 

[NewEraCowboy]

“All-Pro Aaron Rodgers, Garoppolo and Romo boast the quickest releases in today's NFL. In fact, Romo's lightning-quick release was once timed at 0.26 seconds, besting Dan Marino's gold standard of 0.30.”

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

Those playoff records are wildly different.

In the losses, Romo made many plays. Dak made virtually none.

Not even debatable.

so as I said. both stink. one stinks a little less.

that's what cowboys nation has come to....argue over which crap smells less.

and what about the Romo loss to the giants at home, with #1 seed.

yeah Giants won the superbowl, they played great, blah blah blah....doesn't change the fact he laid an egg.
against Minn, losing 34-3....he made plays? what plays?

come on dude...you are grasping at straws. you are a RomoSexual

 

[FVSTONE]

yet 2-4 in playoffs....hmmm, he was so good..

fact is both underwhelmed.

Tony may not of had a great playoff record, but when he stepped on the field you knew he gave the Cowboys a chance to win the game. I never get that feeling with Prescott, every time he steps onto the field you get that bad feeling that something bad is about to undo the Cowboys. His passing skills are a joke anymore, receivers and TEs are constantly struggling to get yards after the catch because of the horrible passes Prescott throws to his targets. CeeDee injured his shoulder because of a lousy pass he caught from Prescott, the CB was able to slam him to the ground because of the circus catch he had to make on a little lousy 5-7 yd pass.

 

[CowboysFaninHouston]

Tony may not of had a great playoff record, but when he stepped on the field you knew he gave the Cowboys a chance to win the game. I never get that feeling with Prescott, every time he steps onto the field you get that bad feeling that something bad is about to undo the Cowboys. His passing skills are a joke anymore, receivers and TEs are constantly struggling to get yards after the catch because of the horrible passes Prescott throws to his targets. CeeDee injured his shoulder because of a lousy pass he caught from Prescott, the CB was able to slam him to the ground because of the circus catch he had to make on a little lousy 5-7 yd pass.

so your feeling, because you like Romo is that he gave us a chance to win. in the end, it didn't happen they way you "feel" because reality is that he failed to deliver, despite all the feelings in the world some Romo fans may have had. was I a romo fan? yes at the time. I am a cowboys fan, so I want to believe they can. but now years later, dust settled, reality is he didn't get it done.

and again, here we go spinning it into a Dak bashing conversation. this is about Romo....2-4. didn't get it done. 3 times failed to win a game and get into playoffs.

go ahead and bash Dak all you want. make him into smellier of the two if that makes you feel better. end result for both is crap.

 

[buybuydandavis]

Romo had the glitch where he would make a horrible mistake at the worst time.
Dak has the deer in the headlights look with eyes wide open like the stage is just too big for him.
Romo was hands down the better QB and was completely robbed of going to an NFC championship game. The Dez catch was a catch. Now there was time so Rodgers may of won the game but the refs didn't want to take that chance.
Both guys lacked the pedigree ability that Eli Manning showed in winning his two SBs. Say what you want about the defense and the Tyree catch and the Samuels missed INT but the dude threw 8 TD passes on the road to the SB. Eli may of been suspect in the regular season but Eli owned the GOAT in the post season. And yeah he got lucky but he also capitalized on the luck. Pedigree is what wins!

Eli had two great SB runs.
His regular seasons were average.

It's not nothing to have two great SB runs, but it's a travesty that such an otherwise average QB is even mentioned in HOF talk.

 

[Hadenough]

Eli had two great SB runs.
His regular seasons were average.

It's not nothing to have two great SB runs, but it's a travesty that such an otherwise average QB is even mentioned in HOF talk.

But what matters the most? I think most of us wish Dak or Romo had an avg season and than stepped it up on the bigger stage and won a SB.

 

[FVSTONE]

so your feeling, because you like Romo is that he gave us a chance to win. in the end, it didn't happen they way you "feel" because reality is that he failed to deliver, despite all the feelings in the world some Romo fans may have had. was I a romo fan? yes at the time. I am a cowboys fan, so I want to believe they can. but now years later, dust settled, reality is he didn't get it done.

and again, here we go spinning it into a Dak bashing conversation. this is about Romo....2-4. didn't get it done. 3 times failed to win a game and get into playoffs.

go ahead and bash Dak all you want. make him into smellier of the two if that makes you feel better. end result for both is crap.

I WILL, THANKS........LOL!!!!!

 

[Tarheelcowboy]

Why are there still threads about this topic?
ROMO is clearly the better qb.

 

[basel90]

Jus

Tony Romo vs. Dak Prescott: A Deep Comparative Analysis Using Advanced QB Methodology


This analysis will break down Tony Romo vs. Dak Prescott using a deep, data-driven approach based on pure quarterback ability. This will ignore team success, playoff wins, and narratives and instead focus entirely on individual skill level based on five core quarterbacking metrics.

The Five QB Metrics Used for Evaluation

Each quarterback is graded on a scale of 1-10 in five key skill areas:

Arm Talent (Strength, Accuracy, Deep Ball)

• How strong is the QB’s arm? Can they effortlessly throw deep with velocity?

• How accurate are they at short, intermediate, and deep levels?

• Can they throw off-platform or into tight windows?


Decision-Making (Turnover Avoidance, Processing Speed)

• Does the QB process defenses quickly and make the right reads?

• Do they avoid bad turnovers and play efficiently?

• Can they consistently beat different coverages?



Release Time & Mechanics (Throwing Motion, Efficiency)

• Is the QB’s throwing motion quick, compact, and efficient?

• Do they have great footwork, balance, and pocket control?

Elusiveness & Pocket Movement (Escapability, Sack Avoidance)

• Can the QB extend plays and evade sacks without taking unnecessary hits?

• Do they have fluid pocket footwork and awareness?

Pre-Snap Reading & Command of Offense (Football IQ, Audibles, Play Adjustments)
• How well does the QB read defenses pre-snap and adjust at the line?

• Can they call protections, diagnose blitzes, and change plays effectively?

• Do they have a high football IQ and mastery of the system?

Romo vs. Prescott: Direct Head-to-Head Breakdown

Category	Tony Romo (2006-2016)	Dak Prescott (2016-Present)	Who Wins?
Arm Talent	9.5/10 - One of the most accurate deep passers ever, effortless release, elite velocity	7.5/10 - Above-average deep ball but inconsistent, solid arm strength but not special	Romo
Decision-Making	8.5/10 - Elite processor, quick to read defenses, but aggressive risk-taker	7.5/10 - More conservative, avoids big mistakes but hesitates on deep reads	Romo
Release & Mechanics	9.5/10 - One of the quickest releases in NFL history, perfect mechanics	7.5/10 - Good mechanics but longer release, slightly slower processing	Romo
Elusiveness & Pocket Movement	9/10 - Elite escapability, made impossible plays outside the pocket	6.5/10 - Good mobility, but gets caught holding the ball too long	Romo
Pre-Snap Reading & Command of Offense	9.5/10 - One of the smartest QBs ever pre-snap, called his own protections, read defenses like Manning	7.5/10 - Above-average pre-snap but relies on coaches for adjustments	Romo

Final Skill Comparison Scores

Category	Tony Romo	Dak Prescott	Who Wins?
Arm Talent	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)
Decision-Making	8.5	7.5	Romo (+1.0)
Release & Mechanics	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)
Elusiveness & Pocket Movement	9.0	6.5	Romo (+2.5)
Pre-Snap IQ & Command of Offense	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)

Total Score:


• Tony Romo → 46.0/50


• Dak Prescott → 36.5/50


Winner: Tony Romo (+9.5 points over Dak)


Deep-Dive Analysis of Their Strengths & Weaknesses


Why Tony Romo Was a More Skilled QB


Superior Throwing Mechanics & Release


• Romo had a top-3 fastest release in NFL history, similar to Marino and Rodgers.

• His footwork was elite, allowing him to throw accurately under pressure.

Better Deep Ball Accuracy

• Romo’s deep ball placement was near perfect. His connection with Dez Bryant and Miles Austin showcased pinpoint accuracy on vertical routes.

• Dak is inconsistent throwing deep, often under-throwing receivers.

Elite Playmaker Under Pressure

• Romo could escape pressure and still make perfect throws. He was Aaron Rodgers before Aaron Rodgers.

• Dak panics more under pressure, leading to more sacks or short, safe throws.

Smarter Pre-Snap Adjustments

• Romo called his own protections and adjusted routes, similar to Peyton Manning.

• Dak relies heavily on offensive coordinators for adjustments.



Where Dak Prescott Has the Edge

Less Risk-Taking

• Dak protects the ball better, throwing fewer risky passes than Romo.

• Romo’s aggressiveness led to more jaw-dropping plays but also occasional bad interceptions.


Better Designed Offense to Minimize Mistakes

• Dak benefits from modern RPO schemes that simplify his reads.

• Romo played in a more complex offense where he had more responsibility.


Stronger & More Durable Physically

• Dak is bigger and takes more hits without breaking down.

• Romo suffered multiple injuries due to his reckless playstyle and lack of protection.



Final Verdict: Why Romo Was the Better QB


Tony Romo is the more complete and talented quarterback in every category except risk management and durability.


If Romo played in today’s offense with modern rules, he would put up Mahomes-like efficiency numbers.


Who Would You Rather Have in a Game?

• If you need a quarterback who can execute a structured system without mistakes → Dak Prescott.

• If you need a quarterback who can improvise, make elite throws, and elevate an offense beyond the system → Tony Romo, by a wide margin.



Conclusion: Romo Was an Elite-Level QB, Dak Is a Good QB

• Tony Romo was a Top-10 all-time talent in raw ability.

• Dak Prescott is a Top-35-40 level talent who benefits from modern rules and schemes.


• If Romo played in today’s NFL, his numbers would be even better than what we saw in his career.


Final Thought: Dak is a very good quarterback, but Romo was an elite quarterback who never got the recognition he deserved.

Just proves what an overrated overpaid mistske Dak is

 

[Whyjerry]

They both were pretty good at choking in big games.

 

[buybuydandavis]

But what matters the most? I think most of us wish Dak or Romo had an avg season and than stepped it up on the bigger stage and won a SB.

Romo was next to perfect against Green Bay in 2014.
Our dline was just abysmal. We weren't going anywhere no matter how well Romo played, and that was true a lot of years.

 

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Tony Romo vs. Dak Prescott: A Deep Comparative Analysis Using Advanced QB Methodology


This analysis will break down Tony Romo vs. Dak Prescott using a deep, data-driven approach based on pure quarterback ability. This will ignore team success, playoff wins, and narratives and instead focus entirely on individual skill level based on five core quarterbacking metrics.

The Five QB Metrics Used for Evaluation

Each quarterback is graded on a scale of 1-10 in five key skill areas:

Arm Talent (Strength, Accuracy, Deep Ball)

• How strong is the QB’s arm? Can they effortlessly throw deep with velocity?

• How accurate are they at short, intermediate, and deep levels?

• Can they throw off-platform or into tight windows?


Decision-Making (Turnover Avoidance, Processing Speed)

• Does the QB process defenses quickly and make the right reads?

• Do they avoid bad turnovers and play efficiently?

• Can they consistently beat different coverages?



Release Time & Mechanics (Throwing Motion, Efficiency)

• Is the QB’s throwing motion quick, compact, and efficient?

• Do they have great footwork, balance, and pocket control?

Elusiveness & Pocket Movement (Escapability, Sack Avoidance)

• Can the QB extend plays and evade sacks without taking unnecessary hits?

• Do they have fluid pocket footwork and awareness?

Pre-Snap Reading & Command of Offense (Football IQ, Audibles, Play Adjustments)
• How well does the QB read defenses pre-snap and adjust at the line?

• Can they call protections, diagnose blitzes, and change plays effectively?

• Do they have a high football IQ and mastery of the system?

Romo vs. Prescott: Direct Head-to-Head Breakdown

Category	Tony Romo (2006-2016)	Dak Prescott (2016-Present)	Who Wins?
Arm Talent	9.5/10 - One of the most accurate deep passers ever, effortless release, elite velocity	7.5/10 - Above-average deep ball but inconsistent, solid arm strength but not special	Romo
Decision-Making	8.5/10 - Elite processor, quick to read defenses, but aggressive risk-taker	7.5/10 - More conservative, avoids big mistakes but hesitates on deep reads	Romo
Release & Mechanics	9.5/10 - One of the quickest releases in NFL history, perfect mechanics	7.5/10 - Good mechanics but longer release, slightly slower processing	Romo
Elusiveness & Pocket Movement	9/10 - Elite escapability, made impossible plays outside the pocket	6.5/10 - Good mobility, but gets caught holding the ball too long	Romo
Pre-Snap Reading & Command of Offense	9.5/10 - One of the smartest QBs ever pre-snap, called his own protections, read defenses like Manning	7.5/10 - Above-average pre-snap but relies on coaches for adjustments	Romo

Final Skill Comparison Scores

Category	Tony Romo	Dak Prescott	Who Wins?
Arm Talent	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)
Decision-Making	8.5	7.5	Romo (+1.0)
Release & Mechanics	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)
Elusiveness & Pocket Movement	9.0	6.5	Romo (+2.5)
Pre-Snap IQ & Command of Offense	9.5	7.5	Romo (+2.0)

Total Score:


• Tony Romo → 46.0/50


• Dak Prescott → 36.5/50


Winner: Tony Romo (+9.5 points over Dak)


Deep-Dive Analysis of Their Strengths & Weaknesses


Why Tony Romo Was a More Skilled QB


Superior Throwing Mechanics & Release


• Romo had a top-3 fastest release in NFL history, similar to Marino and Rodgers.

• His footwork was elite, allowing him to throw accurately under pressure.

Better Deep Ball Accuracy

• Romo’s deep ball placement was near perfect. His connection with Dez Bryant and Miles Austin showcased pinpoint accuracy on vertical routes.

• Dak is inconsistent throwing deep, often under-throwing receivers.

Elite Playmaker Under Pressure

• Romo could escape pressure and still make perfect throws. He was Aaron Rodgers before Aaron Rodgers.

• Dak panics more under pressure, leading to more sacks or short, safe throws.

Smarter Pre-Snap Adjustments

• Romo called his own protections and adjusted routes, similar to Peyton Manning.

• Dak relies heavily on offensive coordinators for adjustments.



Where Dak Prescott Has the Edge

Less Risk-Taking

• Dak protects the ball better, throwing fewer risky passes than Romo.

• Romo’s aggressiveness led to more jaw-dropping plays but also occasional bad interceptions.


Better Designed Offense to Minimize Mistakes

• Dak benefits from modern RPO schemes that simplify his reads.

• Romo played in a more complex offense where he had more responsibility.


Stronger & More Durable Physically

• Dak is bigger and takes more hits without breaking down.

• Romo suffered multiple injuries due to his reckless playstyle and lack of protection.



Final Verdict: Why Romo Was the Better QB


Tony Romo is the more complete and talented quarterback in every category except risk management and durability.


If Romo played in today’s offense with modern rules, he would put up Mahomes-like efficiency numbers.


Who Would You Rather Have in a Game?

• If you need a quarterback who can execute a structured system without mistakes → Dak Prescott.

• If you need a quarterback who can improvise, make elite throws, and elevate an offense beyond the system → Tony Romo, by a wide margin.



Conclusion: Romo Was an Elite-Level QB, Dak Is a Good QB

• Tony Romo was a Top-10 all-time talent in raw ability.

• Dak Prescott is a Top-35-40 level talent who benefits from modern rules and schemes.


• If Romo played in today’s NFL, his numbers would be even better than what we saw in his career.


Final Thought: Dak is a very good quarterback, but Romo was an elite quarterback who never got the recognition he deserved.

What was the basis of assigning the grade? I am guessing that it is your opinion given you gave no methodology. Veneer of credibility.